Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Released January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Also referred to as Wi-Fi

Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Panasonic TS30 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The TS30 was announced 23 months after the Galaxy Camera which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the TS30 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS30 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
TS30 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2013 | More modern by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Panasonic TS30
Galaxy Camera | TS30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen size | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS30 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
TS30 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS30 has got physical measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Check the Panasonic TS30 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the TS30 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TS30 and Galaxy Camera is 95 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The pic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TS30 and Galaxy Camera.
As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should always consider the age of the cameras into account. The more modern TS30 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT30 | Wi-Fi |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2013-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 4.8" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.3fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142g (0.31 lb) | 300g (0.66 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $180 | $450 |