Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS15

Here, we are evaluating the Canon D30 and Panasonic ZS15, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the D30 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The D30 was launched 20 months after the ZS15 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the D30 grades vs the ZS15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot D30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are provided at Canon D30 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon D30 has outside dimensions of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the D30 and the ZS15.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D30 and ZS15 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D30 and ZS15.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you have to take the age of the cameras into account. The younger D30 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.