Panasonic TS30 vs Sony HX80

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic TS30 vs Sony HX80, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS30 was launched 14 months prior to the HX80 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the TS30 grades vs the HX80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS30 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic TS30 comes with external 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) while the Sony HX80 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the TS30 vs the HX80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TS30 and HX80 is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS30 and HX80.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony HX80 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged TS30 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.