Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic TS30
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Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 423g - 119 x 72 x 60mm
- Released August 2014
- Replaced the Fujifilm X20
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2015
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT30

Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
Below is a thorough review of the Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic TS30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and TS30 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and TS30 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X30 was introduced 4 months prior to the TS30 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X30 matches up against the TS30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X30 over the Panasonic TS30
Fujifilm X30 | TS30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Fujifilm X30
TS30 | Fujifilm X30 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic TS30
Fujifilm X30 | TS30 | |||
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Announced | August 2014 | ![]() | January 2015 | Similar age |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X30 comes with outside measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic TS30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X30 compared to the TS30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and TS30 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The photograph below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and TS30.
As you can tell, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X30 with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic TS30 will give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively.

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Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Fujifilm X30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2014-08-26 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.65x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0fps | 1.3fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, commander, suppressed flash | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 423 grams (0.93 pounds) | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 72 x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 pictures | 250 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-95 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $499 | $180 |