Nikon L840 vs Panasonic ZS30

Here, we are comparing the Nikon L840 versus Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L840 was launched 2 years later than the ZS30 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the L840 scores vs the ZS30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L840 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L840 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L840 enjoys outer measurements of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the L840 against the ZS30.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L840 and ZS30 is 67 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L840 and ZS30.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger L840 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.