Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Sony HX30V

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FZ1000 II versus Sony HX30V, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FZ1000 II (20MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is pretty comparable but the FZ1000 II (1") and HX30V (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The FZ1000 II was brought out 7 years after the HX30V which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ1000 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FZ1000 II grades vs the HX30V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ1000 II has got exterior dimensions of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") along with a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) and the Sony HX30V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ1000 II versus Sony HX30V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ1000 II compared to the HX30V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ1000 II and HX30V is 55 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The image below may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ1000 II and HX30V.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FZ1000 II because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer FZ1000 II should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.