Fujifilm S8200 vs Panasonic LZ30

Here is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 and Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was announced around the same time to the LZ30 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm S8200 matches up against the LZ30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8200 has outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 versus the LZ30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8200 and LZ30 is 61 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The visual here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8200 and LZ30.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of images but you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account.