Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30
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![Canon PowerShot SX700 HS front Canon PowerShot SX700 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon_PowerShot_SX700_HS_0.jpg)
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Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Successor is Canon SX710 HS
(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
- Introduced January 2013
- Previous Model is Panasonic LZ20
- Refreshed by Panasonic LZ40
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Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Canon SX700 HS and Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The SX700 HS was manufactured 14 months after the LZ30 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving through a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the SX700 HS scores versus the LZ30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Panasonic LZ30
SX700 HS | LZ30 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 14 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Canon SX700 HS
LZ30 | SX700 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX700 HS and Panasonic LZ30
SX700 HS | LZ30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX700 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while 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).
Examine the Canon SX700 HS and Panasonic LZ30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SX700 HS compared to the LZ30.
![Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 size comparison Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX700-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LZ30-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and LZ30 is 89 and 66 respectively.
![Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 top view buttons comparison Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX700-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LZ30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The image below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX700 HS and LZ30.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you really should consider the age of the products into consideration. The younger SX700 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
![Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 sensor size comparison Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX700-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LZ30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX700-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LZ30-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 SX700 HS vs Panasonic LZ30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-02-12 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | 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 | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) | 552 gr (1.22 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 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 | 250 shots | 380 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $349 | $230 |