Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic TS30
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Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2015
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT30

Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic TS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The VG-160 was released 4 years before the TS30 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the VG-160 scores vs the TS30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-160 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Panasonic TS30
VG-160 | TS30 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Olympus VG-160
TS30 | VG-160 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 36 months |
Common features in the Olympus VG-160 and Panasonic TS30
VG-160 | TS30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-160 provides physical dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while 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).
Contrast the Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic TS30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the VG-160 against the TS30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the VG-160 and TS30 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The image below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-160 and TS30.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS30 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged VG-160 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Olympus VG-160 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus VG-160 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.3 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.80 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 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 | 165 shots | 250 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $90 | $180 |