Canon D30 vs Panasonic TS5

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon D30 and Panasonic TS5, both Waterproof cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the D30 (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The D30 was unveiled 8 months later than the TS5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the D30 matches up against the TS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are provided at Canon D30 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon D30 offers outer dimensions of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Canon D30 and Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the D30 compared to the TS5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the D30 and TS5 is 91 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D30 and TS5.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic TS5 to show greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher D30 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.