Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic ZS30

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was brought out 2 years later than the ZS30 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX610 HS matches up vs the ZS30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX610 HS offers external dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while 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).

Look at the Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic ZS30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the ZS30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and ZS30 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX610 HS and ZS30.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon SX610 HS to offer you more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher SX610 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.