Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic LZ30
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Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic LZ30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
- Launched January 2013
- Succeeded the Panasonic LZ20
- Renewed by Panasonic LZ40

Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic LZ30 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FH3 and Panasonic LZ30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FH3 was brought out 4 years earlier than the LZ30 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the FH3 matches up against the LZ30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic LZ30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Panasonic LZ30
FH3 | LZ30 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Panasonic FH3
LZ30 | FH3 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 36 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH3 and Panasonic LZ30
FH3 | LZ30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic LZ30 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH3 enjoys external measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FH3 and Panasonic LZ30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the FH3 vs the LZ30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH3 and LZ30 is 94 and 66 respectively.

Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic LZ30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH3 and LZ30.
As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ30 to result in extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged FH3 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic LZ30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic LZ30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 |
Other name | Lumix DMC-FS11 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165 grams (0.36 lb) | 552 grams (1.22 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 380 images |
Battery type | - | AA |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $160 | $230 |