Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic SZ3

In this article, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and SZ3 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and SZ3 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X30 was launched 20 months after the SZ3 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X30 scores versus the SZ3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 enjoys physical dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic SZ3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 against the SZ3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and SZ3 is 80 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The picture below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X30 and SZ3.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic SZ3 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X30 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.