Panasonic TS30 vs Sony a1
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Panasonic TS30 vs Sony a1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push 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
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT30
(Full Review)
- 50MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 737g - 129 x 97 x 70mm
- Revealed January 2021
Panasonic TS30 vs Sony a1 Overview
The following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic TS30 and Sony a1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the TS30 (16MP) and a1 (50MP) and the TS30 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) provide different sensor sizing.
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The TS30 was launched 7 years prior to the a1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the TS30 grades against the a1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS30 vs Sony a1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 and Sony Alpha a1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS30 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Sony a1
TS30 | a1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a1 over the Panasonic TS30
a1 | TS30 | |||
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Revealed | January 2021 | January 2015 | Newer by 73 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1440k | 230k | Clearer screen (+1210k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS30 and Sony a1
TS30 | a1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic TS30 vs Sony a1 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS30 enjoys exterior 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) while the Sony a1 has specifications of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic TS30 and Sony a1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the TS30 and the a1.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TS30 and a1 is 95 and 61 respectively.
Panasonic TS30 vs Sony a1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The image below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS30 and a1.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS30 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony a1 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 34MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged TS30 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic TS30 vs Sony a1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS30 vs Sony a1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Sony Alpha a1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Sony Alpha a1 |
Other name | Lumix DMC-FT30 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2021-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 50 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 8640 x 5760 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 32000 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 133 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1,440k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 9,437k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.3 frames per second | 30.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/400 secs |
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) | 7680x4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 7680x4320 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142 gr (0.31 lb) | 737 gr (1.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 129 x 97 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
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 photographs | 530 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | One | Dual |
Cost at launch | $180 | $6,498 |