Panasonic TS1 vs Sony HX30V

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic TS1 versus Sony HX30V, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was released 4 years earlier than the HX30V and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TS1 scores versus the HX30V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS1 comes with physical dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the TS1 and the HX30V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TS1 and HX30V is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS1 and HX30V.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony HX30V to give more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The older TS1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.