Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung TL100

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic ZS30 versus Samsung TL100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the ZS30 (18MP) and TL100 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was unveiled 4 years later than the TL100 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the ZS30 grades vs the TL100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 & Samsung TL100. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS30 features physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the ZS30 compared to the TL100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS30 and TL100 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS30 and TL100.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic ZS30 to offer greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern ZS30 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.