Panasonic TS30 vs Panasonic TS6

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic TS30 and Panasonic TS6, both Waterproof digital cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS30 was released around the same time to the TS6 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TS30 scores against the TS6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS30 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS30 has got outside dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS30 vs the TS6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS30 and TS6 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS30 and TS6.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photos though you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration.