Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10
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![Canon PowerShot D30 front Canon PowerShot D30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-D30/Canon-D30-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS10/Panasonic-ZS10-front.jpg)
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Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 218g - 109 x 68 x 28mm
- Launched February 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
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Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon D30 and Panasonic ZS10, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the D30 (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The D30 was unveiled 3 years later than the ZS10 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the D30 scores against the ZS10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The full galleries are viewable at Canon D30 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D30 over the Panasonic ZS10
D30 | ZS10 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 38 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Canon D30
ZS10 | D30 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon D30 and Panasonic ZS10
D30 | ZS10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon D30 features exterior dimensions of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Look at the Canon D30 and Panasonic ZS10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the D30 versus the ZS10.
![Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 size comparison Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS10-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the D30 and ZS10 is 91 and 91 respectively.
![Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 top view buttons comparison Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS10-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D30 and ZS10.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS10 to render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern D30 will have an advantage in sensor technology.
![Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 sensor size comparison Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS10-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS10-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot D30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-02-12 | 2011-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218 grams (0.48 lbs) | 219 grams (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 68 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 | 300 shots | 260 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom, face, wink) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $329 | $350 |