Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic TS30
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Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 243g - 110 x 67 x 36mm
- Launched June 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push 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
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT30

Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic TS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Kodak and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Z950 (12MP) and TS30 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z950 was manufactured 5 years prior to the TS30 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z950 scores against the TS30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Panasonic TS30
Z950 | TS30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Kodak Z950
TS30 | Z950 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 55 months |
Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Panasonic TS30
Z950 | TS30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak Z950 comes with exterior dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) and 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).
Check out the Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic TS30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Z950 vs the TS30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z950 and TS30 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z950 and TS30.
Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS30 to resolve more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged Z950 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 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 | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 6cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.3 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.40 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 243g (0.54 pounds) | 142g (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 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 | - | 250 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | KLIC-7003 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $250 | $180 |