Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic LZ30

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was unveiled 7 months prior to the LZ30 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX260 HS scores vs the LZ30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX260 HS features exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

See the Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX260 HS against the LZ30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and LZ30 is 91 and 66 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and LZ30.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic LZ30 to show more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older SX260 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.