Panasonic TS30 vs Panasonic ZS30
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Panasonic TS30 vs Panasonic ZS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Revealed January 2015
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT30
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS25
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS35
Panasonic TS30 vs Panasonic ZS30 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Panasonic TS30 versus Panasonic ZS30, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is very close and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TS30 was released 2 years after the ZS30 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the TS30 scores versus the ZS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic TS30 vs Panasonic ZS30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS30 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Panasonic ZS30
TS30 | ZS30 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | January 2013 | More modern by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Panasonic TS30
ZS30 | TS30 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS30 and Panasonic ZS30
TS30 | ZS30 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic TS30 vs Panasonic ZS30 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS30 comes with outside 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) and the Panasonic ZS30 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic TS30 versus Panasonic ZS30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the TS30 and the ZS30.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TS30 and ZS30 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic TS30 vs Panasonic ZS30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS30 and ZS30.
As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern TS30 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS30 vs Panasonic ZS30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT30 | Lumix DMC-TZ40 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.3 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 lbs) | 198 grams (0.44 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $250 |