Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS30

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FZ150 versus Panasonic TS30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and TS30 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was launched 3 years before the TS30 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FZ150 scores vs the TS30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ150 offers external measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ150 versus Panasonic TS30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the FZ150 against the TS30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and TS30 is 67 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ150 and TS30.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic TS30 to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older FZ150 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.