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Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS4

Portability
96
Imaging
32
Features
13
Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 front
Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
  • Revealed February 2009
Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
  • Launched January 2012
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT4
  • Previous Model is Panasonic TS3
  • Renewed by Panasonic TS5
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview

The following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS4, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z30 was revealed 3 years before the TS4 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm Z30 grades against the TS4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Panasonic TS4

 Fujifilm Z30 TS4 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Fujifilm Z30

 TS4 Fujifilm Z30 
LaunchedJanuary 2012February 2009Newer by 35 months

Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Panasonic TS4

 Fujifilm Z30 TS4 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z30 has outside dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 and the TS4.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS4 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z30 and TS4 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS4 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The pic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z30 and TS4.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic TS4 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS4 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm Z30
Portrait photography with Panasonic TS4
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no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
21
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Street photography advice
Panasonic TS4 Street photography advice
55
lighter than others in class (110g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Sports photography features
Panasonic TS4 Sports photography features
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low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
low fps (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
37
has image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking focus
environment sealing
better than average battery life (310 per charge)
low max shutter speed (1/1,300s)
slow frames per second (4.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Travel photography features
Panasonic TS4 Travel photography features
56
lighter than others in class (110g)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
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better than average battery life (310 CIPA)
environment sealing
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Landscape photography details
Panasonic TS4 Landscape photography details
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no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
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rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
better than average battery life (310 shots)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic TS4 as a Vlogging camera
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lighter than others in class (110 grams)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external microphone support
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rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing mic jack
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z30 and Panasonic TS4
 Fujifilm FinePix Z30Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4
General Information
Make FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z30 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4
Also Known as - Lumix DMC-FT4
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2009-02-17 2012-01-31
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine FHD
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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 23
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximum aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 8cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 3 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/1300 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec 4.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 5.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 110g (0.24 lbs) 197g (0.43 lbs)
Physical dimensions 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1")
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 - 310 shots
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $150 $399