Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung TL100
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced January 2009
- Other Name is ST50
Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZR3 and Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe ZR3 was revealed 13 months after the TL100 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ZR3 grades vs the TL100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 & Samsung TL100. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Samsung TL100
ZR3 | TL100 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | January 2009 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Panasonic ZR3
TL100 | ZR3 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZR3 and Samsung TL100
ZR3 | TL100 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR3 enjoys outer measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic ZR3 and Samsung TL100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ZR3 versus the TL100.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZR3 and TL100 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZR3 and TL100.
As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZR3 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent ZR3 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Samsung TL100 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-ZX3 | ST50 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-26 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 159 grams (0.35 lbs) | 219 grams (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $280 | $22 |