Panasonic ZS3 vs Panasonic ZS45

Following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic ZS3 vs Panasonic ZS45, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the ZS3 (10MP) and ZS45 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS3 was brought out 6 years before the ZS45 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the ZS3 scores versus the ZS45 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS3 Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS3 has got outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS45 has sizing of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS3 vs Panasonic ZS45 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the ZS3 compared to the ZS45.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS3 and ZS45 is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS3 and ZS45.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS45 to give greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged ZS3 is going to be behind in sensor tech.