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Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS30

Portability
81
Imaging
57
Features
75
Overall
64
Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 front
Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
31
Overall
36

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs

Panasonic LX100 II
(Full Review)
  • 17MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
  • 392g - 115 x 66 x 64mm
  • Released August 2018
  • Previous Model is Panasonic LX100
Panasonic TS30
(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
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT30
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Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS30 Overview

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS30, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and they are both built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is fairly close but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and TS30 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The LX100 II was released 3 years after the TS30 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the LX100 II scores vs the TS30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX100 II over the Panasonic TS30

 LX100 II TS30 
LaunchedAugust 2018January 2015More modern by 45 months
Manual focus Very precise focusing
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1240k230kClearer display (+1010k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Panasonic LX100 II

 TS30 LX100 II 

Common features in the Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic TS30

 LX100 II TS30 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX100 II features outer dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic TS30 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the LX100 II compared to the TS30.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS30 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 II and TS30 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS30 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The pic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX100 II and TS30.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LX100 II due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic LX100 II will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more modern LX100 II provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS30 sensor size comparison

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic LX100 II Portrait photography advice
Panasonic TS30 Portrait photography advice
74
manual focus
good MP (17MP)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
features face detect focusing
supports RAW files
35
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic LX100 II Street photography factors
Panasonic TS30 Street photography factors
77
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
boasts focus by touch
good high ISO (25,600)
screen is fixed
67
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
lighter than competitors (142g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic LX100 II as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic TS30 as a Sports photography camera
71
quiet shutter (1/16,000s)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (17MP)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
features tracking focus
good battery pack (340 per charge)
lacks phase detect AF
42
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
environment sealing
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300 seconds)
slow fps (1.3 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic LX100 II Travel photography features
Panasonic TS30 Travel photography features
78
good battery pack (340 shots)
supports bluetooth
boasts focus by touch
good MP (17 megapixels)
relatively wide (24mm)
good max aperture (f1.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
74
lighter than competitors (142 grams)
environment sealing
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic LX100 II
Landscape photography with Panasonic TS30
76
manual focus
relatively wide (24mm)
good max aperture (f1.7)
good sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (17 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
good high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW files
good battery pack (340 per charge)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
43
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
environment sealing
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic LX100 II Vlogging features
Panasonic TS30 Vlogging features
36
relatively wide (24mm)
good max aperture (f1.7)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic jack
33
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect autofocus
lighter than competitors (142 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic port
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Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic LX100 II and Panasonic TS30
 Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 IIPanasonic Lumix DMC-TS30
General Information
Brand Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30
Also called as - Lumix DMC-FT30
Class Large Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2018-08-22 2015-01-06
Body design Large Sensor Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine -
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 17 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4736 x 3552 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 25600 1600
Highest boosted ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW photos
Minimum boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 49 23
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-75mm (3.1x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/1.7-2.8 f/3.9-5.7
Macro focus distance 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 2.1 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 1,240 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,760 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.7x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1800s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/1300s
Maximum silent shutter speed 1/16000s -
Continuous shooting speed 11.0 frames per second 1.3 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) 4.40 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 MPEG-4
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB DMW-BLE9 lithium-ion battery & USB charger USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 392 grams (0.86 lbs) 142 grams (0.31 lbs)
Dimensions 115 x 66 x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") 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 340 photos 250 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $998 $180