Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic ZS20

In this article, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm Z30 versus Panasonic ZS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and ZS20 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z30 was brought out 4 years before the ZS20 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm Z30 grades versus the ZS20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z30 offers external measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS20 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm Z30 versus Panasonic ZS20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 compared to the ZS20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z30 and ZS20 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z30 and ZS20.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS20 to provide greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z30 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.