Panasonic TS20 vs Panasonic ZS30

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic TS20 and Panasonic ZS30, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS20 was introduced 11 months prior to the ZS30 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TS20 matches up versus the ZS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS20 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS20 provides physical dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS20 and Panasonic ZS30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the TS20 against the ZS30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TS20 and ZS30 is 95 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS20 and ZS30.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic ZS30 to resolve greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged TS20 is going to be behind in sensor technology.