Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic LZ30

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was announced 3 years before the LZ30 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX210 IS grades versus the LZ30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX210 IS features physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic LZ30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX210 IS against the LZ30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and LZ30 is 90 and 66 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX210 IS and LZ30.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic LZ30 to give greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older SX210 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.