Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic TS30

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic S1R versus Panasonic TS30, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and they are both built by Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and TS30 (16MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and TS30 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The S1R was introduced 4 years after the TS30 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the S1R scores against the TS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1R comes with external measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Panasonic TS30 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the S1R against the TS30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and TS30 is 54 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1R and TS30.

All in all, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S1R using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S1R will give extra detail using its extra 31MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher S1R provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.