Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax Q

The following is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax Q, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the TS30 (16MP) and Q (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS30 was announced 3 years after the Q which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the TS30 scores versus the Q in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS30 comes with outer dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax Q has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax Q in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the TS30 compared to the Q.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS30 and Q is 95 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TS30 and Q.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic TS30 to render more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TS30 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.