Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic TS30

The following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic TS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was introduced 4 years earlier than the TS30 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FH8 matches up against the TS30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH8 comes with external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) while 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).

Contrast the Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic TS30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FH8 compared to the TS30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH8 and TS30 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading specs. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH8 and TS30.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files but you should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH8 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.