Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic TS3

Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic TS3, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was unveiled very close to the TS3 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up versus the TS3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP30 provides outer measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 against the TS3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and TS3 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP30 and TS3.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm XP30 to give you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively.