Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic TS30

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic TS30, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and they are both sold by Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the G2 (12MP) and TS30 (16MP) and the G2 (Four Thirds) and TS30 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The G2 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the TS30 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G2 grades against the TS30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G2 Gallery & Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G2 enjoys outer measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Panasonic TS30 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the G2 compared to the TS30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G2 and TS30 is 72 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G2 and TS30.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G2 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic TS30 will offer you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged G2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.