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Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic TS30

Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
28
Overall
35
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 front
Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
31
Overall
36

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs

Panasonic TS25
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
  • 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Released January 2013
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT25
Panasonic TS30
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
  • 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Released January 2015
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT30
Photography Glossary

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview

In this article, we are matching up the Panasonic TS25 and Panasonic TS30, both Waterproof cameras and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS25 (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS25 was brought out 24 months before the TS30 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the TS25 scores against the TS30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Panasonic TS30

 TS25 TS30 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Panasonic TS25

 TS30 TS25 
ReleasedJanuary 2015January 2013Fresher by 24 months

Common features in the Panasonic TS25 and Panasonic TS30

 TS25 TS30 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display sizing
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS25 provides physical measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS25 and Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the TS25 and the TS30.

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic TS30 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TS25 and TS30 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic TS30 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TS25 and TS30.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older TS25 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic TS30 sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic TS25 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic TS30 Portrait photography factors
30
MP count good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
35
MP count good (16MP)
features face detection focus
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic TS25 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic TS30 as a Street photography camera
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
lighter than average (144 grams)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
lighter than others in class (142 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic TS25 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic TS30 as a Sports photography camera
42
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
weather proofing
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300s)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
42
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
weather sealing
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
max fps low (1.3 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic TS25 Travel photography info
Panasonic TS30 Travel photography info
71
lighter than average (144 grams)
weather proofing
MP count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
74
lighter than others in class (142 grams)
weather sealing
MP count good (16MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS25 Landscape photography details
Panasonic TS30 Landscape photography details
42
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
weather proofing
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
43
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
weather sealing
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic TS25 Vlogging info
Panasonic TS30 Vlogging info
31
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (144g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
33
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focus
lighter than others in class (142g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic jack
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Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS25 and Panasonic TS30
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30
Otherwise known as Lumix DMC-FT25 Lumix DMC-FT30
Type Waterproof Waterproof
Released 2013-01-07 2015-01-06
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 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 1600
Max enhanced ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 23 23
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-100mm (4.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-5.7 f/3.9-5.7
Macro focus distance 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1300 seconds 1/1300 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 1.3fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.40 m 4.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4 MPEG-4
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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 144g (0.32 pounds) 142g (0.31 pounds)
Dimensions 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 250 images
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $180 $180