FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic LZ30
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic LZ30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Announced January 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix S3250
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Succeeded the Panasonic LZ20
- Refreshed by Panasonic LZ40

FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic LZ30 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the FujiFilm S3200 versus Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S3200 was brought out 24 months before the LZ30 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S3200 matches up against the LZ30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic LZ30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Panasonic LZ30
S3200 | LZ30 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the FujiFilm S3200
LZ30 | S3200 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 24 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S3200 and Panasonic LZ30
S3200 | LZ30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic LZ30 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S3200 enjoys external dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm S3200 versus Panasonic LZ30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S3200 compared to the LZ30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3200 and LZ30 is 67 and 66 respectively.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic LZ30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S3200 and LZ30.
As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic LZ30 to show extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged S3200 will be behind in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic LZ30 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic LZ30 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S3250 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 lbs) | 552 gr (1.22 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 pictures | 380 pictures |
Battery form | AA | AA |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $190 | $230 |