Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS30
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Launched July 2012
- Later Model is Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT30
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
Here is a in-depth review of the Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic TS30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe LZ20 was introduced 3 years before the TS30 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the LZ20 matches up against the TS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Panasonic TS30
LZ20 | TS30 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Panasonic LZ20
TS30 | LZ20 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | July 2012 | Fresher by 30 months |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic TS30
LZ20 | TS30 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LZ20 comes with external measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic TS30 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the LZ20 vs the TS30.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the LZ20 and TS30 is 71 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ20 and TS30.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files but you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older LZ20 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-07-18 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.3fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 499 gr (1.10 lb) | 142 gr (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 250 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $250 | $180 |