Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic TS30

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic G10 versus Panasonic TS30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and they are both built by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the G10 (12MP) and TS30 (16MP) and the G10 (Four Thirds) and TS30 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The G10 was unveiled 5 years prior to the TS30 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the G10 grades versus the TS30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G10 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G10 features exterior measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic G10 versus Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the G10 vs the TS30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G10 and TS30 is 72 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G10 and TS30.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G10 with its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic TS30 will offer more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older G10 is going to be behind in sensor technology.