Fujifilm SL300 vs Panasonic LZ30

Lets look closer at the Fujifilm SL300 vs Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL300 was released 12 months before the LZ30 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm SL300 grades against the LZ30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL300 enjoys outside dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm SL300 vs Panasonic LZ30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 vs the LZ30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL300 and LZ30 is 67 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL300 and LZ30.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ30 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm SL300 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.