Panasonic TS3 vs Sony HX30V
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36 Features
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90 Imaging
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Panasonic TS3 vs Sony HX30V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Released August 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT3
- Older Model is Panasonic TS2
- New Model is Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Earlier Model is Sony HX20V
- Newer Model is Sony HX50V
Panasonic TS3 vs Sony HX30V Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Panasonic TS3 vs Sony HX30V, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The TS3 was introduced 6 months prior to the HX30V and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the TS3 scores versus the HX30V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic TS3 vs Sony HX30V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Sony HX30V
TS3 | HX30V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX30V over the Panasonic TS3
HX30V | TS3 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Sony HX30V
TS3 | HX30V | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | February 2012 | Similar age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic TS3 vs Sony HX30V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS3 features exterior measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Check the Panasonic TS3 vs Sony HX30V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TS3 vs the HX30V.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and HX30V is 92 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic TS3 vs Sony HX30V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS3 and HX30V.
To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX30V to deliver greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.
Panasonic TS3 vs Sony HX30V Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS3 vs Sony HX30V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT3 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-08-16 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 12 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197g (0.43 lb) | 254g (0.56 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | 320 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $380 | $420 |