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Panasonic LUMIX DMC XS3 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:103 gBattery life (CIPA):230 shots

Panasonic LUMIX DMC XS3 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

3.8

Overall score

Score
3.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

90%

3.8

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 97% of cameras
3.8

Technical score

Technical score
3.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

28%

4.2

Sensor & Image

25%

3.8

Photo Features

18%

3.8

Video & Audio

14%

4.4

Display & Design

8%

2.9

Battery & Power

7%

2.2

Connectivity & Storage

â–¼Worse than 91% of cameras
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £110

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Technical Specifications of camera Panasonic LUMIX DMC XS3

Technical score
Technical score
3.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

28%

4.2

Sensor & Image

25%

3.8

Photo Features

18%

3.8

Video & Audio

14%

4.4

Display & Design

8%

2.9

Battery & Power

7%

2.2

Connectivity & Storage

3.8
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Panasonic LUMIX DMC XS3 has a popularity score of 1, which is lower than 51.3% of cameras.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components:

60%

3.8

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

5.6
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
14.1 MP
Main camera megapixels
14.1 MP
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 14.1 MP, which is lower than that of 75.5% of cameras and equal to that of 2.7% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.42 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.42 µm
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.42 µm, which are smaller than those in 70.4% of cameras and the same size as those in 1.6% of cameras.
Base ISO
100
Base ISO
100
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 100 which is higher than that of 19.9% of cameras and equal to that of 52.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 3200 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 3,200
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 3,200, which is lower than that of 62.9% of cameras and equal to that of 22.7% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
23
N. of focus points
23
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 23 focus points, more than the number offered by 44.6% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 5.7% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
1920 px
Max video resolution
1920 px
â–² Better than 29% of models
This camera supports 1920 px video recording which is higher quality than that of 28.7% of cameras and equal to that of 47.1% of cameras.
Video bitrate
20 Mbps
Video bitrate
20 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
This camera has a video bitrate of 20 Mbps which is lower than that of 70.7% of cameras and equal to that of 3.9% of cameras.
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–¼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
Motion JPEG
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Type
compact
Weight
103 g
Weight
103 g
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 103 g which is lighter than 99.4% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.1% of cameras.
Width
92.2 mm
Width
92.2 mm
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 92.2 mm which is narrower than 97.8% of cameras and equal to that of 0.3% of cameras.
Height
54.4 mm
Height
54.4 mm
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 54.4 mm which is shorter than 96.3% of cameras and equal to that of 0.2% of cameras.
Thickness
18.5 mm
Thickness
18.5 mm
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 18.5 mm which is thinner than 97.6% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
230 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
230 shots
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 230 shots, which is shorter than that of 79.1% of cameras and equal to that of 3% of cameras.
Battery capacity
690 mAh
Battery capacity
690 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
This camera has a battery capacity of 690 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 92% of cameras and equal to those in 0.6% of cameras.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Panasonic LUMIX DMC XS3 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • 292 g lighter
    Weight
    103 g
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (103 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    103 g vs 395 g
  • 0.2 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.2 GB
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0.2 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.2 GB vs 0 GB
  • 27.7 mm narrower
    Width
    92.2 mm
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (92.2 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    92.2 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 27.5 mm thinner
    Thickness
    18.5 mm
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (18.5 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    18.5 mm vs 46 mm
  • 19.5 mm shorter body
    Height
    54.4 mm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (54.4 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    54.4 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
  • 2.64x cheaper
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC XS3 is cheaper than the average camera (£110 vs £290).
    £110 vs £290
  • 2.64x cheaper
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC XS3 is cheaper than the average camera (£110 vs £290).
    £110 vs £290
  • 292 g lighter
    Weight
    103 g
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (103 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    103 g vs 395 g
  • 27.7 mm narrower
    Width
    92.2 mm
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (92.2 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    92.2 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 27.5 mm thinner
    Thickness
    18.5 mm
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (18.5 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    18.5 mm vs 46 mm
  • 19.5 mm shorter body
    Height
    54.4 mm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (54.4 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    54.4 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
  • 0.2 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.2 GB
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0.2 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.2 GB vs 0 GB
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 0.3 in smaller screen diagonal
    Screen size
    2.7 in
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.7 in – >3.2 in
    This camera has a smaller screen than the average camera (2.7 in vs 3 in). The average camera has a screen size of 3 in.
    2.7 in vs 3 in
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • 1.92 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.42 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.4 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.42 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    14.1 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (14.1 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    14.1 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 1 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (1 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 10.1% worse value for money
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC XS3 has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera (5.63 vs 6.2).
    5.63 vs 6.2
  • 93% less popular
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC XS3 is less popular than the average camera (1 vs 1.9).
    1 vs 1.93
  • 0.3 in smaller screen diagonal
    Screen size
    2.7 in
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.7 in – >3.2 in
    This camera has a smaller screen than the average camera (2.7 in vs 3 in). The average camera has a screen size of 3 in.
    2.7 in vs 3 in
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • 1.92 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.42 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.4 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.42 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    14.1 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (14.1 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    14.1 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 18,900 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
    Max expanded ISO
    6,400 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >102.4k ISO
    This camera has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (6400 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
    High Sensitivity mode only.
    6,400 ISO vs 25,300 ISO
  • 3,200 ISO lower maximum sensitivity limit
    Max ISO
    3,200 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1.6k ISO – >40k ISO
    This camera has a lower maximum sensitivity than the average camera (3200 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO.
    3,200 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual focus, the average camera does. 71.7% of cameras include a manual focus mode.
  • No manual exposure control
    Manual exposure
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual exposure, the average camera does. 72% of cameras support manual exposure controls.
    No true manual exposure mode.
  • 1 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    4.7 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (4.7 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    4.7 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • 1 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (1 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 10 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Video bitrate
    20 Mbps
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
    This camera has a lower video bitrate than the average camera (20 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.
    20 Mbps vs 30 Mbps
  • 430 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    690 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
    This camera has a lower battery capacity than the average camera (690 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
    690 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • 100 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    230 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (230 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    230 shots vs 330 shots
  • No HDMI output
    HDMI output
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This camera does not support HDMI output, the average camera does. 78.7% of cameras support HDMI output.

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What we like about Panasonic LUMIX DMC XS3

  • Ultra-slim and pocketable design (only 14mm thick)
  • Built-in xenon flash performs better than most smartphones
  • 24mm wide-angle lens with 5x optical zoom
  • Full HD 1080p video recording capability
  • Light Speed AF for fast and responsive focusing
  • Creative filters and 'Beauty Retouch' software options
  • Effective optical image stabilization for its size

What we don't like about Panasonic LUMIX DMC XS3

  • Noticeable image noise, even at lower ISO settings (starting at ISO 400)
  • Small 2.7-inch LCD screen compared to modern standards
  • Lacks built-in Wi-Fi for easy photo sharing
  • Battery life is relatively short (rated for roughly 230 shots)
  • Images can appear soft toward the corners at wide-angle settings
  • Mono audio for videos despite Full HD resolution
  • No built-in viewfinder

Verdict

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS3 is an ultra-slim compact camera measuring just 14mm at its thinnest point and featuring a 14.1-megapixel 1/2.33-inch High Sensitivity MOS sensor paired with a Venus Engine processor. It is equipped with a 24-120mm equivalent (5x optical zoom) f/2.8-6.9 lens, MEGA O.I.S. stabilization, and a 2.7-inch 230k-dot LCD screen, supporting Full HD 1080p video recording at 25fps. Main advantages include its highly portable lightweight design (89g), rapid 'Light Speed' autofocus, and a wide-angle start for versatile framing. However, users may find the image quality limited by high noise levels above ISO 800, soft corner performance at wide angles, and the lack of an HDMI port or Wi-Fi connectivity.

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