Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon D30 and Panasonic TS5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon D30 has external dimensions of 109 x 68 x 28 mm (4.29 x 2.68 x 1.1″) and weighs 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic TS5 has external dimensions of 110 x 67 x 29 mm (4.33 x 2.64 x 1.14″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon D30 and the Panasonic TS5. Canon D30 is 1mm narrower and 1mm thinner than Panasonic TS5 but it is also 1mm taller.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon D30 and Panasonic TS5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon D30 and Panasonic TS5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS5 is 4g lighter than the Canon D30 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon D30 and Panasonic TS5's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.