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Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic ZS30

Portability
97
Imaging
40
Features
26
Overall
34
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 front
Portability
92
Imaging
42
Features
48
Overall
44

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic ZS30 Key Specs

Panasonic FH10
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 103g - 94 x 54 x 18mm
  • Launched January 2013
Panasonic ZS30
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
  • Announced January 2013
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ40
  • Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS25
  • Replacement is Panasonic ZS35
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Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic ZS30 Overview

Below is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic ZS30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was brought out around the same time to the ZS30 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FH10 scores vs the ZS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH10 over the Panasonic ZS30

 FH10 ZS30 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Panasonic FH10

 ZS30 FH10 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kSharper display (+690k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic ZS30

 FH10 ZS30 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013January 2013Same generation
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic ZS30 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH10 enjoys outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS30 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic ZS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH10 vs the ZS30.

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic ZS30 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH10 and ZS30 is 97 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic ZS30 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic ZS30 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's hard to see the difference in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH10 and ZS30.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS30 to provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic ZS30 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic FH10
Portrait photography with Panasonic ZS30
30
resolution is good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
33
decent MP (18 megapixels)
no manual focus
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FH10 Street photography details
Panasonic ZS30 Street photography details
64
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (103 grams)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
66
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports touch to focus
lighter than average in class (198g)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic FH10
Sports photography with Panasonic ZS30
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
46
long zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (18MP)
comes with tracking focus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,200s)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (260 per charge)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FH10 Travel photography features
Panasonic ZS30 Travel photography features
69
lighter than competition in class (103g)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (26mm)
no Timelapse function
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
69
lighter than average in class (198g)
supports touch to focus
decent MP (18MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
long zoom (480mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
terrible battery power (260 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FH10 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic ZS30 as a Landscape photography camera
39
fairly wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
no Timelapse function
44
pretty wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (18 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
terrible battery power (260 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FH10 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZS30 as a Vlogging camera
31
fairly wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (103g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone socket
35
pretty wide (24mm)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average in class (198 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of mic support
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Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic ZS30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic ZS30
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-TZ40
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2013-01-07 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 18 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4896 x 3672
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 23
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 24-480mm (20.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-6.9 f/3.3-6.4
Macro focus range 5cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 920 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60s 15s
Highest shutter speed 1/1600s 1/1200s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.40 m 6.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 103 gr (0.23 pounds) 198 gr (0.44 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 54 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 260 shots 260 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch cost $110 $250