Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung SL30

The following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic TS5 and Samsung SL30, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TS5 (16MP) and SL30 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was brought out 4 years after the SL30 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the TS5 matches up vs the SL30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Samsung SL30. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Samsung SL30 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS5 enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung SL30 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS5 and Samsung SL30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the TS5 versus the SL30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TS5 and SL30 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TS5 and SL30.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic TS5 to give more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern TS5 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.