Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic ZS30
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic ZS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Announced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS25
- New Model is Panasonic ZS35
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic ZS30 Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Panasonic ZS30, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TG-2 iHS was announced 6 months after the ZS30 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TG-2 iHS matches up against the ZS30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic ZS30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Panasonic ZS30
TG-2 iHS | ZS30 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
ZS30 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 610k | Sharper display (+310k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic ZS30
TG-2 iHS | ZS30 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | January 2013 | Same age | |
Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic ZS30 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS offers outer measurements of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS30 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Panasonic ZS30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the TG-2 iHS versus the ZS30.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and ZS30 is 91 and 92 respectively.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic ZS30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-2 iHS and ZS30.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS30 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic ZS30 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ40 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-06-28 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 610 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | OLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lb) | 198 gr (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 350 photos | 260 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $380 | $250 |