Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic TS30
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Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump 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
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT30

Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic FS15 versus Panasonic TS30, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are created by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and TS30 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FS15 was released 7 years prior to the TS30 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the FS15 grades vs the TS30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Panasonic TS30
FS15 | TS30 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Panasonic FS15
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 72 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FS15 and Panasonic TS30
FS15 | TS30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS15 offers physical measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FS15 versus Panasonic TS30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FS15 compared to the TS30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and TS30 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and TS30.
Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic TS30 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-01-16 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.3fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136 gr (0.30 pounds) | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 250 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $180 | $180 |