Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic LZ30

Here, we are reviewing the Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic LZ30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the 8000 (12MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was released 4 years before the LZ30 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 8000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 8000 grades vs the LZ30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8000 comes with external dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has proportions 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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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the 8000 compared to the LZ30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 8000 and LZ30 is 94 and 66 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 8000 and LZ30.

Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic LZ30 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older 8000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.