Nikon L610 vs Panasonic LZ30

Below, we are comparing the Nikon L610 and Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L610 was unveiled 5 months earlier than the LZ30 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L610 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the L610 scores versus the LZ30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L610 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L610 has got outer measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Check the Nikon L610 and Panasonic LZ30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the L610 compared to the LZ30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L610 and LZ30 is 90 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L610 and LZ30.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files although you should take the production date of the cameras into account.