Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic LZ30

On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon S9700 versus Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was manufactured 14 months later than the LZ30 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the S9700 matches up vs the LZ30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S9700 provides physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S9700 vs the LZ30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S9700 and LZ30 is 90 and 66 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S9700 and LZ30.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you have to factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer S9700 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.