Canon SX420 IS vs Panasonic LZ30
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Canon SX420 IS vs Panasonic LZ30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.5-6.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Announced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
- Announced January 2013
- Old Model is Panasonic LZ20
- New Model is Panasonic LZ40
Canon SX420 IS vs Panasonic LZ30 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Canon SX420 IS and Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SX420 IS was announced 3 years after the LZ30 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX420 IS grades versus the LZ30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX420 IS vs Panasonic LZ30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX420 IS over the Panasonic LZ30
SX420 IS | LZ30 | |||
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Announced | January 2016 | January 2013 | More modern by 37 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Canon SX420 IS
LZ30 | SX420 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX420 IS and Panasonic LZ30
SX420 IS | LZ30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX420 IS vs Panasonic LZ30 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX420 IS comes with external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and 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).
Contrast the Canon SX420 IS and Panasonic LZ30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX420 IS against the LZ30.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and LZ30 is 80 and 66 respectively.
Canon SX420 IS vs Panasonic LZ30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX420 IS and LZ30.
As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX420 IS to give you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger SX420 IS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Canon SX420 IS vs Panasonic LZ30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX420 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX420 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2016-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.6 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 0.5 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 325 gr (0.72 lb) | 552 gr (1.22 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 195 pictures | 380 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $299 | $230 |