Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS30

Lets look a little more closely at the Fujifilm T550 versus Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T550 was announced at a similar time to the ZS30 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm T550 grades vs the ZS30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm T550 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm T550 offers outer dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm T550 versus Panasonic ZS30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm T550 vs the ZS30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and ZS30 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm T550 and ZS30.

As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to offer extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.