Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30
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![Canon PowerShot SX500 IS front Canon PowerShot SX500 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX500-IS/Canon-SX500-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 341g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Released August 2012
- Refreshed by Canon SX510 HS
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS25
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS35
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Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Canon SX500 IS versus Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The SX500 IS was announced 4 months before the ZS30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX500 IS matches up versus the ZS30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX500 IS over the Panasonic ZS30
SX500 IS | ZS30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Canon SX500 IS
ZS30 | SX500 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper display (+459k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX500 IS and Panasonic ZS30
SX500 IS | ZS30 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX500 IS has outside measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check the Canon SX500 IS versus Panasonic ZS30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SX500 IS vs the ZS30.
![Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 size comparison Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX500-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS30-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX500 IS and ZS30 is 80 and 92 respectively.
![Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 top view buttons comparison Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX500-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The photograph below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX500 IS and ZS30.
All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS30 to provide extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively.
![Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 sensor size comparison Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX500-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX500-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS30-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic ZS30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ40 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-08-21 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/1600 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 341 gr (0.75 lbs) | 198 gr (0.44 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 195 images | 260 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $299 | $250 |