Panasonic TS30 vs Sony W220
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Panasonic TS30 vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009

Panasonic TS30 vs Sony W220 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS30 versus Sony W220, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the TS30 (16MP) and W220 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TS30 was revealed 6 years later than the W220 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TS30 matches up against the W220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic TS30 vs Sony W220 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS30 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Sony W220
TS30 | W220 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 73 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Panasonic TS30
W220 | TS30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic TS30 and Sony W220
TS30 | W220 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS30 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS30 features 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) whilst the Sony W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic TS30 versus Sony W220 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the TS30 against the W220.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS30 and W220 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic TS30 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TS30 and W220.
Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic TS30 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TS30 should have an edge in sensor technology.

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Panasonic TS30 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT30 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.3 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 lbs) | 147 grams (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $180 | $160 |