Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic TS30

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic TS30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and TS30 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The LZ40 was brought out 12 months prior to the TS30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the LZ40 grades versus the TS30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ40 offers external measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 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).

Compare the Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic TS30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the LZ40 vs the TS30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the LZ40 and TS30 is 67 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ40 and TS30.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ40 to give extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The older LZ40 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.