Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic TS30
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Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Revealed May 2013
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-PM1
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand 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
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT30
Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic TS30, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and TS30 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe E-PM2 was brought out 19 months prior to the TS30 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the E-PM2 grades versus the TS30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Panasonic TS30
E-PM2 | TS30 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Olympus E-PM2
TS30 | E-PM2 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | May 2013 | Fresher by 19 months |
Common features in the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic TS30
E-PM2 | TS30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PM2 enjoys outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Olympus E-PM2 and Panasonic TS30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the E-PM2 vs the TS30.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PM2 and TS30 is 89 and 95 respectively.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM2 and TS30.
All in all, each of the cameras provide the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The E-PM2 features the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF easier. The older E-PM2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PM2 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PM2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-05-21 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | 1.3fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269 grams (0.59 pounds) | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 932 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $448 | $180 |