Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic FZ300

Following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic FZ300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and FZ300 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X30 was introduced 10 months earlier than the FZ300 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X30 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X30 matches up against the FZ300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 provides outside measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ300 has dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic FZ300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X30 compared to the FZ300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and FZ300 is 80 and 59 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The image below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and FZ300.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X30 has the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh less difficult. The more aged Fujifilm X30 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.