Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic TS30

Here is a detailed review of the Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic TS30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ70 was released 17 months earlier than the TS30 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FZ70 matches up versus the TS30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ70 features exterior dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ70 versus the TS30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ70 and TS30 is 63 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ70 and TS30.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older FZ70 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.