Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung WB30F
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Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT6
- Replaced the Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2013

Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
Following is a complete analysis of the Panasonic TS6 and Samsung WB30F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TS6 was introduced 2 years after the WB30F which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the TS6 scores vs the WB30F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Samsung WB30F
TS6 | WB30F | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 25 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Panasonic TS6
WB30F | TS6 |
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Common features in the Panasonic TS6 and Samsung WB30F
TS6 | WB30F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS6 provides external measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS6 and Samsung WB30F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the TS6 compared to the WB30F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and WB30F is 91 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS6 and WB30F.
As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer TS6 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Samsung WB30F |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT6 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 lb) | 128g (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | 370 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $300 | $180 |