Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic TS30

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic TS30, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was introduced 5 years earlier than the TS30 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FP5 grades vs the TS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP5 enjoys outer measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic TS30 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FP5 against the TS30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP5 and TS30 is 95 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FP5 and TS30.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic TS30 to resolve more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.