Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic TS30

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic S1H and Panasonic TS30, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and TS30 (16MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and TS30 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S1H was manufactured 4 years later than the TS30 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S1H matches up against the TS30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1H provides outer measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) while the Panasonic TS30 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S1H and Panasonic TS30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S1H versus the TS30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and TS30 is 52 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S1H and TS30.

As you can see, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1H because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic S1H will produce extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger S1H is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.