Canon A3500 IS vs Panasonic TS30

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon A3500 IS vs Panasonic TS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A3500 IS was launched 24 months earlier than the TS30 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the A3500 IS grades against the TS30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A3500 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Canon A3500 IS vs Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the A3500 IS and the TS30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3500 IS and TS30 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The picture here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3500 IS and TS30.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged A3500 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.