Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-10
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Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2015
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT30
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2013
Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the Panasonic TS30 versus Pentax WG-10, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TS30 was revealed 19 months after the WG-10 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the TS30 grades against the WG-10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 & Pentax WG-10. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS30 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Pentax WG-10
TS30 | WG-10 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | June 2013 | Newer by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Panasonic TS30
WG-10 | TS30 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic TS30 and Pentax WG-10
TS30 | WG-10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS30 enjoys outer dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-10 has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic TS30 versus Pentax WG-10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the TS30 compared to the WG-10.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TS30 and WG-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TS30 and WG-10.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS30 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent TS30 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Pentax WG-10 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FT30 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.3fps | 0.7fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 1.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 142g (0.31 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 250 images | 260 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $180 | $0 |