Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic TS5

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-H30 versus Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was released 3 years prior to the TS5 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-H30 matches up vs the TS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H30 provides exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-H30 versus Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-H30 vs the TS5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-H30 and TS5 is 92 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The pic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H30 and TS5.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-H30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.