Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic LZ30

Below is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic LZ30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was introduced 12 months earlier than the LZ30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FH8 grades against the LZ30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH8 has external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic LZ30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FH8 versus the LZ30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FH8 and LZ30 is 96 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH8 and LZ30.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older FH8 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.