Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic LZ30

Here is a in depth comparison of the Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic LZ30, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-M5 II (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the E-M5 II (Four Thirds) and LZ30 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The E-M5 II was revealed 2 years later than the LZ30 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M5 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the E-M5 II grades versus the LZ30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M5 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M5 II Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M5 II has external measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 469 grams (1.03 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic LZ30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the E-M5 II against the LZ30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-M5 II and LZ30 is 80 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M5 II and LZ30.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The E-M5 II offers the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF easier. The more modern E-M5 II will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.