Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-10

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.