Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic ZS30

Let's look more in depth at the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic ZS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was brought out 12 months earlier than the ZS30 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm JZ100 matches up versus the ZS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JZ100 has got outside measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS30 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic ZS30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 versus the ZS30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ100 and ZS30 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JZ100 and ZS30.

As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to result in extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JZ100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.