Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic TS30

In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic TS30, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Waterproof and they are both produced by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the L1 (7MP) and TS30 (16MP) and the L1 (Four Thirds) and TS30 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The L1 was introduced 8 years prior to the TS30 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the L1 scores vs the TS30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic L1 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic L1 features outside measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Panasonic TS30 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic TS30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the L1 versus the TS30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the L1 and TS30 is 65 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L1 and TS30.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The L1 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic TS30 will offer greater detail using its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older L1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.