Nikon S30 vs Panasonic TS1

The following is a extensive comparison of the Nikon S30 versus Panasonic TS1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S30 (10MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the S30 (1/3") and TS1 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The S30 was unveiled 3 years after the TS1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S30 matches up versus the TS1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S30 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S30 features physical dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst 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).

Compare the Nikon S30 versus Panasonic TS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S30 versus the TS1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S30 and TS1 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S30 and TS1.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S30 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic TS1 will give more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer S30 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.