Panasonic TS30 vs Sony W610

Below is a extended analysis of the Panasonic TS30 vs Sony W610, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS30 was brought out 3 years later than the W610 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TS30 scores against the W610 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS30 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS30 provides outside dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony W610 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS30 vs Sony W610 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TS30 and the W610.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS30 and W610 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The visual below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS30 and W610.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic TS30 to produce greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The younger TS30 will have an edge in sensor technology.