Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic LZ30

Here is a thorough review of the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic LZ30, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and LZ30 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The LX100 II was released 5 years later than the LZ30 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the LX100 II grades against the LZ30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LX100 II has got physical dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic LZ30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the LX100 II against the LZ30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 II and LZ30 is 81 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the LX100 II and LZ30.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LX100 II because of its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic LX100 II will give you more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer LX100 II is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.