Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic TS30
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Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Released July 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT30

Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Canon SX400 IS and Panasonic TS30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX400 IS was announced 5 months earlier than the TS30 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the SX400 IS scores vs the TS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Panasonic TS30
SX400 IS | TS30 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Canon SX400 IS
TS30 | SX400 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Panasonic TS30
SX400 IS | TS30 | |||
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Introduced | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2015 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX400 IS provides exterior measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX400 IS and Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX400 IS against the TS30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX400 IS and TS30 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX400 IS and TS30.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2014-07-29 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.3 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 313g (0.69 lb) | 142g (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 photographs | 250 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $229 | $180 |