Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic TS30

Lets look a little more closely at the Panasonic FZ60 and Panasonic TS30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FZ60 was introduced 3 years before the TS30 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FZ60 scores against the TS30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ60 comes with exterior measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Panasonic TS30 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

See the Panasonic FZ60 and Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ60 compared to the TS30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FZ60 and TS30 is 68 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ60 and TS30.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older FZ60 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.