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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic LZ30

Portability
59 Imaging
39 Features
59 Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 front
Portability
66 Imaging
39 Features
32 Overall
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic LZ30 Key Specs

Fujifilm HS30EXR
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 687g - 131 x 97 x 126mm
  • Released January 2012
  • Succeeded the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
  • Updated by Fujifilm HS35EXR
Panasonic LZ30
(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
  • Revealed January 2013
  • Previous Model is Panasonic LZ20
  • Replacement is Panasonic LZ40
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic LZ30 Overview

Here, we will be comparing the Fujifilm HS30EXR versus Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and LZ30 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm HS30EXR was unveiled 12 months prior to the LZ30 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR matches up versus the LZ30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS30EXR over the Panasonic LZ30

					

					

						
 Fujifilm HS30EXR LZ30 
Focus manually  Dial exact focus
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
					

				


				

					

						
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Fujifilm HS30EXR

					

					

						
 LZ30 Fujifilm HS30EXR 
RevealedJanuary 2013January 2012Newer by 12 months
					

				


				

					

						
Common features in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Panasonic LZ30

					

					

						
 Fujifilm HS30EXR LZ30 
Screen size3"3"Same screen sizing
Screen resolution460k460kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen  Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen  Neither has Touch screen
					

				

				

	
	
	
	

				

					

						
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic LZ30 Physical Comparison

					

					

						
In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm HS30EXR has exterior dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") and a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm HS30EXR versus Panasonic LZ30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and the LZ30.
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic LZ30 size comparison
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and LZ30 is 59 and 66 respectively.
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic LZ30 top view buttons comparison					

				


				

					

						
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic LZ30 Sensor Comparison

					

					

						
In many cases, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and LZ30.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm HS30EXR offers the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF easier. The more aged Fujifilm HS30EXR is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

						Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic LZ30 sensor size comparison
					

				


				

					

						
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic LZ30 Screen and ViewFinder

					

					

											

					Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic LZ30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison				


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Photography Type Scores

					

				

				
Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm HS30EXR Portrait photography factors
Panasonic LZ30 Portrait photography factors
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 has manual focus
 good MP (16MP)
 supports face detect focusing
 saves RAW formats
 sensor  is tiny (1/2")
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 sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
 lack of manual focus
 cannot use external flash
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison
Fujifilm HS30EXR Street photography factors
Panasonic LZ30 Street photography factors
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 screen tilts
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 saves RAW formats
 sensor  is tiny (1/2")
 more heavy than competition (687 grams)
43
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 fixed screen
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW support
 heavier than competition in class (552 grams)
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Sports Comparison
Fujifilm HS30EXR Sports photography advice
Panasonic LZ30 Sports photography advice
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 great zoom range (24-720mm  30.0 x zoom)
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 good MP (16 megapixels)
 supports tracking focus
 sensor  is tiny (1/2")
 does not have phase detect AF
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 amazing zoom range (25-875mm  35.0 x zoom)
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
 offers tracking focus
 better than average battery pack (380 shots)
 low frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
 lack of shutter priority mode
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 does not have phase detect autofocus
Photography Glossary
Travel Comparison
Fujifilm HS30EXR Travel photography features
Panasonic LZ30 Travel photography features
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 good MP (16 megapixels)
 has built in flash
 decently wide (24mm)
 great reach (720mm)
 lack of Timelapse function
 more heavy than competition (687 grams)
 display is not selfie friendly
 somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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 better than average battery pack (380 CIPA)
 sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
 built-in flash
 really wide (25mm)
 long reach (875mm)
 doesn't have Time Lapse recording
 heavier than competition in class (552 grams)
 screen is not selfie friendly
 somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison
Fujifilm HS30EXR Landscape photography factors
Panasonic LZ30 Landscape photography factors
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 has manual focus
 decently wide (24mm)
 good sized screen (3 inch)
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 good MP (16 megapixels)
 saves RAW formats
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
 sensor  is tiny (1/2")
 lack of Timelapse function
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 really wide (25mm)
 screen size is decent (3 inch)
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
 better than average battery pack (380 shots)
 lack of manual focus
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW support
 doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison
Fujifilm HS30EXR Vlogging details
Panasonic LZ30 Vlogging details
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 decently wide (24mm)
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 supports face detect focusing
 high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
 includes microphone socket
 somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
 display is not selfie friendly
 more heavy than competition (687g)
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 really wide (25mm)
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
 screen is not selfie friendly
 low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
 doesn't have mic support
 heavier than competition in class (552 grams)
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Panasonic LZ30 Specifications

					

					

											


					

						Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm HS30EXR and Panasonic LZ30
 Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXRPanasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2012-01-05 2013-01-07
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR -
Sensor type EXRCMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 30.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9 -
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 12800 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW support    
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Touch to focus    
Continuous autofocus    
Autofocus single    
Tracking autofocus    
Autofocus selectice    
Autofocus center weighted    
Autofocus multi area    
Live view autofocus    
Face detection autofocus    
Contract detection autofocus    
Phase detection autofocus    
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-720mm (30.0x) 25-875mm (35.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-5.6 f/3.0-5.9
Macro focusing range 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.6 5.8
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 460 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch display    
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 15 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 11.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual mode    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash distance 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) 4.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash    
AEB    
White balance bracketing    
Exposure
Multisegment    
Average    
Spot    
Partial    
AF area    
Center weighted    
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic support    
Headphone support    
Connectivity
Wireless None 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 687 grams (1.51 lbs) 552 grams (1.22 lbs)
Physical dimensions 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") 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 - 380 pictures
Type of battery - AA
Battery ID NP-W126 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat）) Yes (2 0r 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting    
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $430 $230