Panasonic TS10 vs Sony W730
93 Imaging
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96 Imaging
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Panasonic TS10 vs Sony W730 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT10
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
Panasonic TS10 vs Sony W730 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic TS10 vs Sony W730, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TS10 (14MP) and the W730 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TS10 was introduced 4 years before the W730 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TS10 matches up versus the W730 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic TS10 vs Sony W730 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS10 Gallery & Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Sony W730
TS10 | W730 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Panasonic TS10
W730 | TS10 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | January 2010 | More recent by 36 months | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS10 and Sony W730
TS10 | W730 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Panasonic TS10 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS10 provides outer measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony W730 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic TS10 vs Sony W730 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS10 compared to the W730.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TS10 and W730 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic TS10 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TS10 and W730.
Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony W730 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The older TS10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic TS10 vs Sony W730 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FT10 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-21 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188 gr (0.41 lb) | 122 gr (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 240 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $249 | $138 |