Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT20
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
- Alternate Name is WB600
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Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic TS20 and Samsung HZ30W, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the TS20 (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TS20 was introduced 2 years later than the HZ30W and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TS20 grades versus the HZ30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Samsung HZ30W
| TS20 | HZ30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2012 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Panasonic TS20
| HZ30W | TS20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Samsung HZ30W
| TS20 | HZ30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither provides Touch display |
Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS20 provides physical measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Samsung HZ30W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the TS20 versus the HZ30W.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TS20 and HZ30W is 95 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TS20 and HZ30W.
As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS20 to offer extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer TS20 should have a benefit in sensor tech.
Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Samsung HZ30W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Samsung HZ30W |
| Other name | Lumix DMC-FT20 | WB600 |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2012-01-31 | 2010-01-19 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 | 16MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.40 m | 5.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
| 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) | 245 gr (0.54 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 images | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $179 | $280 |