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 Panasonic TS30 and Panasonic TS5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic TS30 has external dimensions of 104 x 58 x 20 mm (4.09 x 2.28 x 0.79″) and weighs 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 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 Panasonic TS30 and the Panasonic TS5. Panasonic TS30 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 6mm narrower, 9mm shorter and 9mm thinner than Panasonic TS5.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic TS30 and Panasonic TS5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic TS30 and Panasonic TS5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS30 is significantly lighter (72g ) than the Panasonic TS5 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic TS5's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic TS30's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.