Panasonic TS4 vs Sony QX30

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony QX30, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Lens-style by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and QX30 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS4 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the QX30 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TS4 scores against the QX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS4 has got physical dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony QX30 has proportions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony QX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the TS4 vs the QX30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TS4 and QX30 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The picture here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS4 and QX30.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony QX30 to give more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged TS4 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.