Panasonic TS30 vs Sony WX10

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Panasonic TS30 and Sony WX10, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS30 was manufactured 4 years later than the WX10 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TS30 scores against the WX10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS30 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic TS30 comes with exterior 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) whilst the Sony WX10 has specifications of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the TS30 and the WX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TS30 and WX10 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The graphic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS30 and WX10.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of images however you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent TS30 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.