Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 / Lumix DMC-FT3

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3

Lumix DMC-FT3

Camera summary

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3, made by Panasonic, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on Aug. 16, 2011.

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Predecessor

This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2, with advanced features and improved performance.

Compare this camera to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2

Successor

This camera has now been superseeded by the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.

Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.

Compare this camera to its successor Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4

Sensor

This camera has a CCD sensor with a 12 Megapixels resolution.

Focus points

This camera has 11 focus points. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects

Max video resolutions

Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, AVCHD.

Connectivity

Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.

Environmental sealing

This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage. A dust proof camera that will give you peace of mind when you're working in deserts, beaches and other environments for adventure lovers. This camera will be safe from the rain and splashes.

Other features

This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.

Higher level cameras have a more higher mechanical shutter speed, this model's capabilities could be cumbersome by today's standards, so you should consider it before buying it.