Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung EX2F

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic TS30 versus Samsung EX2F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the TS30 (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the TS30 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The TS30 was manufactured 2 years later than the EX2F and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the TS30 matches up vs the EX2F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 and Samsung EX2F. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS30 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic TS30 comes with outer measurements 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 Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic TS30 versus Samsung EX2F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the TS30 compared to the EX2F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS30 and EX2F is 95 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS30 and EX2F.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TS30 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic TS30 will offer more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent TS30 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.