Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic LZ30
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Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic LZ30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2015
(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
- Revealed January 2013
- Replaced the Panasonic LZ20
- Replacement is Panasonic LZ40

Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic LZ30 Overview
Lets look closer at the Fujifilm S9900w versus Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9900w was manufactured 2 years later than the LZ30 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm S9900w grades against the LZ30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic LZ30 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm S9900w & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9900w over the Panasonic LZ30
Fujifilm S9900w | LZ30 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 25 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Fujifilm S9900w
LZ30 | Fujifilm S9900w |
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Common features in the Fujifilm S9900w and Panasonic LZ30
Fujifilm S9900w | LZ30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic LZ30 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S9900w features outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ30 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S9900w versus Panasonic LZ30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w vs the LZ30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9900w and LZ30 is 61 and 66 respectively.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic LZ30 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9900w and LZ30.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos however you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger Fujifilm S9900w will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic LZ30 Specifications
Fujifilm S9900w | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm S9900w | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-01-14 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670g (1.48 lbs) | 552g (1.22 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 380 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $719 | $230 |