Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax S1

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax S1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the S1 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS30 was introduced 3 years later than the S1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TS30 grades vs the S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 and Pentax Optio S1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS30 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS30 offers exterior measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax S1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the TS30 against the S1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TS30 and S1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS30 and S1.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic TS30 to give you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger TS30 should have an edge in sensor innovation.