Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic LZ30

Here, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR300 and Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZR300 was launched 7 months before the LZ30 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-ZR300 matches up versus the LZ30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR300 enjoys outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZR300 and Panasonic LZ30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR300 and the LZ30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and LZ30 is 92 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and LZ30.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you might want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-ZR300 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.