Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic TS30
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Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched August 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS2
- Replacement is Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push 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
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT30
Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic TS3 versus Panasonic TS30, both Waterproof digital cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and TS30 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TS3 was manufactured 4 years before the TS30 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the TS3 scores vs the TS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Panasonic TS30
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Panasonic TS3
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Released | January 2015 | August 2011 | Newer by 41 months |
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Panasonic TS30
TS3 | TS30 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS3 has got external dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic TS30 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS3 versus Panasonic TS30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS3 against the TS30.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TS3 and TS30 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS3 and TS30.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic TS30 to give greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TS3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT3 | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-08-16 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 1.3 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197 gr (0.43 lbs) | 142 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | 310 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $380 | $180 |