Canon D30 vs Panasonic TS2
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Canon D30 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 218g - 109 x 68 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS1
- Updated by Panasonic TS3

Canon D30 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon D30 and Panasonic TS2, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the D30 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The D30 was brought out 4 years after the TS2 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the D30 grades versus the TS2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon D30 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The entire galleries are available at Canon D30 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D30 over the Panasonic TS2
D30 | TS2 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 50 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Canon D30
TS2 | D30 |
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Common features in the Canon D30 and Panasonic TS2
D30 | TS2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Canon D30 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon D30 features physical measurements of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic TS2 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Look at the Canon D30 and Panasonic TS2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the D30 compared to the TS2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D30 and TS2 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Canon D30 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The picture below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D30 and TS2.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS2 to produce more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The newer D30 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon D30 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon D30 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot D30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2014-02-12 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218g (0.48 lbs) | 188g (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 68 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 life | 300 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom, face, wink) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $329 | $350 |