Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic LZ30

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was introduced 4 years prior to the LZ30 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX200 IS scores against the LZ30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX200 IS has external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ30 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX200 IS compared to the LZ30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and LZ30 is 90 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The pic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX200 IS and LZ30.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic LZ30 to resolve more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.