Canon D30 vs Panasonic TS6

Below, we will be analyzing the Canon D30 vs Panasonic TS6, both Waterproof cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the D30 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The D30 was manufactured 10 months before the TS6 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the D30 grades against the TS6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are available at Canon D30 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon D30 enjoys external 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 TS6 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon D30 vs Panasonic TS6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the D30 versus the TS6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D30 and TS6 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D30 and TS6.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic TS6 to provide greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged D30 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.