Clicky

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS1

Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
46
Overall
40
Leica V-Lux 30 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs

Leica V-Lux 30
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
  • Announced May 2011
Panasonic TS1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
  • Released January 2009
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Later Model is Panasonic TS2
Photography Glossary

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The V-Lux 30 was manufactured 2 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the V-Lux 30 matches up vs the TS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

        

Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Panasonic TS1

 V-Lux 30 TS1 
ReleasedMay 2011January 2009Fresher by 29 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Leica V-Lux 30

 TS1 V-Lux 30 

Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic TS1

 V-Lux 30 TS1 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 30 comes with exterior dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Panasonic TS1 has dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic TS1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 30 against the TS1.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and TS1 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 30 and TS1.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Leica V-Lux 30 to give you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher V-Lux 30 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic TS1 Portrait photography highlights
29
good MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
20
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Street Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 Street photography highlights
Panasonic TS1 Street photography highlights
64
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus by touch
lighter than others (219 grams)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Sports Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic TS1 Sports photography highlights
46
great zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery pack (260 per charge)
lack of phase detect AF
29
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300s)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Leica V-Lux 30
Travel photography with Panasonic TS1
67
lighter than others (219 grams)
includes focus by touch
good MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
quite wide (24mm)
long reach (384mm)
does not have Timelapse function
low battery pack (260 shots)
does not have selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
61
weather sealing
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Leica V-Lux 30
Landscape photography with Panasonic TS1
41
quite wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
low battery pack (260 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse function
35
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Vlogging Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 Vlogging features
Panasonic TS1 Vlogging features
34
quite wide (24mm)
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others (219g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have external microphone port
28
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic port
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic TS1
 Leica V-Lux 30Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
General Information
Manufacturer Leica Panasonic
Model Leica V-Lux 30 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
Also called as - Lumix DMC-FT1
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Announced 2011-05-26 2009-01-27
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine FHD -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
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 detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 11 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-384mm (16.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 3cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/1300 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 10.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 5.00 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, AVCHD AVCHD Lite
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 219g (0.48 lb) 189g (0.42 lb)
Dimensions 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 260 photos -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $900 $380