Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung TL220
91 Imaging
33 Features
30 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
27 Overall
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Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ7
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2009
- Also Known as ST500

Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Panasonic ZS3 versus Samsung TL220, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS3 (10MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ZS3 was brought out 3 months earlier than the TL220 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the ZS3 grades versus the TL220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 and Samsung TL220. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS3 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Samsung TL220
ZS3 | TL220 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Panasonic ZS3
TL220 | ZS3 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS3 and Samsung TL220
ZS3 | TL220 | |||
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Revealed | May 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS3 provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL220 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic ZS3 versus Samsung TL220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the ZS3 and the TL220.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS3 and TL220 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS3 and TL220.
All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung TL220 to deliver more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.

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Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | Samsung TL220 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-TZ7 | ST500 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-05-14 | 2009-08-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 229g (0.50 lbs) | 169g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $200 | $90 |