Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic LZ30

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FS12 and Panasonic LZ30, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FS12 was brought out 4 years earlier than the LZ30 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FS12 grades against the LZ30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS12 has got exterior dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FS12 and Panasonic LZ30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the FS12 against the LZ30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and LZ30 is 95 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FS12 and LZ30.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic LZ30 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged FS12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.