Nikon D6 vs Panasonic LZ30

Here is a in depth review of the Nikon D6 versus Panasonic LZ30, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the D6 (21MP) and LZ30 (16MP) and the D6 (Full frame) and LZ30 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D6 was released 7 years later than the LZ30 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D6 being a Large SLR camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the D6 matches up against the LZ30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D6 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon D6 comes with exterior dimensions of 160mm x 163mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 1270 grams (2.80 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D6 versus Panasonic LZ30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the D6 compared to the LZ30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D6 and LZ30 is 50 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D6 and LZ30.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D6 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon D6 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern D6 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.