Nikon S30 vs Panasonic TS2

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon S30 and Panasonic TS2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the S30 (10MP) and TS2 (14MP) and the S30 (1/3") and TS2 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The S30 was manufactured 2 years later than the TS2 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S30 matches up versus the TS2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S30 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S30 enjoys outside measurements of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S30 and the TS2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S30 and TS2 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The visual below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S30 and TS2.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S30 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic TS2 will give extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger S30 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.