Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic LZ30
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Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic LZ30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Launched January 2012
(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
- Launched January 2013
- Previous Model is Panasonic LZ20
- Replacement is Panasonic LZ40
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The following is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm S4500 versus Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm S4500 was announced 12 months prior to the LZ30 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S4500 grades against the LZ30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S4500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S4500 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4500 over the Panasonic LZ30
| Fujifilm S4500 | LZ30 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Fujifilm S4500
| LZ30 | Fujifilm S4500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 |  | January 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S4500 and Panasonic LZ30
| Fujifilm S4500 | LZ30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic LZ30 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S4500 provides exterior dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 543 grams (1.20 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).
Analyze the Fujifilm S4500 versus Panasonic LZ30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 against the LZ30.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4500 and LZ30 is 67 and 66 respectively.
Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic LZ30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S4500 and LZ30.
To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic LZ30 to offer greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S4500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic LZ30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic LZ30 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S4500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix S4500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2012-01-05 | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | 4.40 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 543 grams (1.20 pounds) | 552 grams (1.22 pounds) |
| 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 shots | 380 shots |
| Form of battery | AA | AA |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $230 | $230 |
