Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic TS5

The following is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic TS5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and TS5 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X30 was revealed 14 months after the TS5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X30 scores against the TS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X30 enjoys exterior measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X30 versus the TS5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and TS5 is 80 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and TS5.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic TS5 will provide greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X30 will have an advantage in sensor tech.