Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic TS30
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Launched November 2010
- Previous Model is Olympus E-PL1
- Later Model is Olympus E-PL2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT30
Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Olympus E-PL1s versus Panasonic TS30, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-PL1s (12MP) and TS30 (16MP) and the E-PL1s (Four Thirds) and TS30 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe E-PL1s was introduced 5 years before the TS30 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL1s being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the E-PL1s matches up versus the TS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL1s & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL1s Gallery & Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Panasonic TS30
E-PL1s | TS30 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Olympus E-PL1s
TS30 | E-PL1s | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | November 2010 | More recent by 50 months |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL1s and Panasonic TS30
E-PL1s | TS30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL1s enjoys physical dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) while 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).
Compare the Olympus E-PL1s versus Panasonic TS30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the E-PL1s against the TS30.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL1s and TS30 is 86 and 95 respectively.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL1s and TS30.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The E-PL1s with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic TS30 will offer you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older E-PL1s is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-11-16 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Truepic V | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 1.3 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 334g (0.74 lb) | 142g (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | 290 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $599 | $180 |