Canon SX510 HS vs Panasonic LZ30

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon SX510 HS versus Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was revealed 8 months later than the LZ30 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX510 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX510 HS grades versus the LZ30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX510 HS offers exterior dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX510 HS versus Panasonic LZ30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX510 HS versus the LZ30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and LZ30 is 80 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX510 HS and LZ30.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic LZ30 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher SX510 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.