Canon SX30 IS vs Panasonic ZS3

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon SX30 IS versus Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX30 IS (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX30 IS was launched 17 months after the ZS3 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX30 IS matches up against the ZS3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX30 IS comes with outside measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX30 IS versus Panasonic ZS3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX30 IS and the ZS3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX30 IS and ZS3 is 64 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over specifications. The picture here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX30 IS and ZS3.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX30 IS to offer more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer SX30 IS should have an advantage in sensor technology.