FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS30

Its time to look a bit more closely at the FujiFilm AV200 and Panasonic TS30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The AV200 was manufactured 5 years before the TS30 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the AV200 matches up versus the TS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery & Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm AV200 enjoys exterior measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic TS30 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm AV200 and Panasonic TS30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the AV200 and the TS30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the AV200 and TS30 is 94 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the AV200 and TS30.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic TS30 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older AV200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.