Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung DV300F
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Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2015
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Released January 2012

Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic TS30 versus Samsung DV300F, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TS30 was launched 3 years after the DV300F which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the TS30 matches up against the DV300F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 and Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS30 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Samsung DV300F
TS30 | DV300F | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 37 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Panasonic TS30
DV300F | TS30 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS30 and Samsung DV300F
TS30 | DV300F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS30 offers external measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV300F has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS30 versus Samsung DV300F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the TS30 compared to the DV300F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS30 and DV300F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TS30 and DV300F.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images though you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern TS30 provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Samsung DV300F |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT30 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.3 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142g (0.31 lb) | 133g (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $180 | $200 |