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FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic TS30

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
19
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix XP10 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 front
Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
31
Overall
36

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs

FujiFilm XP10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Additionally Known as FinePix XP11
  • Successor is Fujifilm XP30
Panasonic TS30
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
  • 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2015
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT30
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview

Its time to take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm XP10 versus Panasonic TS30, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the XP10 (12MP) and TS30 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The XP10 was introduced 5 years prior to the TS30 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the XP10 grades vs the TS30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Panasonic TS30

 XP10 TS30 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the FujiFilm XP10

 TS30 XP10 
RevealedJanuary 2015February 2010Newer by 59 months

Common features in the FujiFilm XP10 and Panasonic TS30

 XP10 TS30 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm XP10 enjoys physical measurements of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm XP10 versus Panasonic TS30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the XP10 and the TS30.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic TS30 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the XP10 and TS30 is 95 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic TS30 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the XP10 and TS30.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic TS30 to render more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged XP10 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic TS30 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Portrait photography details
Panasonic TS30 Portrait photography details
20
no manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
35
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic TS30 as a Street photography camera
59
environment sealing
lighter than competitors in class (135g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
lighter than competition in class (142 grams)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic TS30 as a Sports photography camera
29
provides tracking focus
environment sealing
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
42
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
environment proofing
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300s)
continuous shooting slow (1.3 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic TS30 as a Travel photography camera
59
lighter than competitors in class (135 grams)
environment sealing
flash built-in
missing Timelapse recording
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
74
lighter than competition in class (142 grams)
environment proofing
megapixel count good (16MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (25mm)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Landscape photography features
Panasonic TS30 Landscape photography features
27
environment sealing
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
43
relatively wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
manual focus not available
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Vlogging info
Panasonic TS30 Vlogging info
25
lighter than competitors in class (135g)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone socket
33
relatively wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
lighter than competition in class (142 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic socket
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm XP10 and Panasonic TS30
 FujiFilm FinePix XP10Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30
General Information
Company FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm FinePix XP10 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30
Also called FinePix XP11 Lumix DMC-FT30
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Released 2010-02-02 2015-01-06
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest enhanced ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 23
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-180mm (5.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/3.9-5.7
Macro focusing distance 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/4 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 1.3fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 4.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 135 gr (0.30 pounds) 142 gr (0.31 pounds)
Physical dimensions 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 250 pictures
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $175 $180