Panasonic GF8 vs Panasonic TS30

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic GF8 vs Panasonic TS30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and TS30 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The GF8 was launched 14 months later than the TS30 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the GF8 scores vs the TS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GF8 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GF8 offers external dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

See the Panasonic GF8 vs Panasonic TS30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the GF8 compared to the TS30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GF8 and TS30 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF8 and TS30.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The GF8 includes the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The newer GF8 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.