Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic TS30

Following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic TS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX700 was introduced 5 years prior to the TS30 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FX700 grades vs the TS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX700 has got outside measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst 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).

See the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FX700 compared to the TS30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FX700 and TS30 is 94 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FX700 and TS30.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic TS30 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged FX700 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.