Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic LZ30

Following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FZ100 versus Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was revealed 3 years before the LZ30 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FZ100 scores versus the LZ30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ100 provides outer measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FZ100 versus Panasonic LZ30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ100 versus the LZ30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ100 and LZ30 is 67 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ100 and LZ30.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic LZ30 to give extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged FZ100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.