Nikon S30 vs Panasonic TS20
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Nikon S30 vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Announced January 2012
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT20

Nikon S30 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Nikon S30 vs Panasonic TS20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S30 (10MP) and TS20 (16MP) and the S30 (1/3") and TS20 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

The S30 was brought out at a similar time to the TS20 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S30 scores versus the TS20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S30 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S30 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Panasonic TS20
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Nikon S30
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Common features in the Nikon S30 and Panasonic TS20
S30 | TS20 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon S30 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S30 has got exterior measurements 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 TS20 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Nikon S30 vs Panasonic TS20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the S30 versus the TS20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S30 and TS20 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S30 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The image below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S30 and TS20.
To sum up, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S30 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic TS20 will result in extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively.

Nikon S30 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S30 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 7.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.5 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | 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 | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) | 142 grams (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | 240 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $119 | $179 |