Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic TS1
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36 Features
27 Overall
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93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
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Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Other Name is mju 7030
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Renewed by Panasonic TS2
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
Following is a complete overview of the Olympus 7030 and Panasonic TS1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 7030 was revealed 12 months after the TS1 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the 7030 matches up versus the TS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7030 over the Panasonic TS1
7030 | TS1 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | January 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Olympus 7030
TS1 | 7030 |
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Common features in the Olympus 7030 and Panasonic TS1
7030 | TS1 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7030 features physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while 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).
Check out the Olympus 7030 and Panasonic TS1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the 7030 against the TS1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7030 and TS1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 7030 and TS1.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus 7030 to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer 7030 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 7030 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Otherwise known as | mju 7030 | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-01-07 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9 and 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) | 189 gr (0.42 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $179 | $380 |