Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung DV150F

Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic TS30 and Samsung DV150F, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS30 was introduced 2 years after the DV150F which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TS30 grades vs the DV150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 & Samsung DV150F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS30 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS30 has got external 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) and the Samsung DV150F has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the TS30 and the DV150F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TS30 and DV150F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The image underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS30 and DV150F.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of files but you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern TS30 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.