Nikon AW100 vs Panasonic TS30
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Nikon AW100 vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 178g - 110 x 65 x 23mm
- Revealed August 2011
- Successor is Nikon AW110
(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
- Released January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT30

Nikon AW100 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon AW100 versus Panasonic TS30, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The AW100 was announced 4 years earlier than the TS30 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the AW100 grades versus the TS30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon AW100 vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Panasonic TS30
AW100 | TS30 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Nikon AW100
TS30 | AW100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | January 2015 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 41 months |
Common features in the Nikon AW100 and Panasonic TS30
AW100 | TS30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Nikon AW100 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW100 features outside dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic TS30 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Nikon AW100 versus Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the AW100 and the TS30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the AW100 and TS30 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon AW100 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW100 and TS30.
Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos but you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged AW100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Nikon AW100 vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon AW100 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 1.3 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 178 grams (0.39 lb) | 142 grams (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 250 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $180 |