Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic LZ30

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic LZ30, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and LZ30 (16MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and LZ30 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The FZ1000 was introduced 18 months later than the LZ30 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FZ1000 grades versus the LZ30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ1000 enjoys external dimensions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") having a weight of 831 grams (1.83 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FZ1000 vs the LZ30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 and LZ30 is 55 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The photograph below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ1000 and LZ30.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FZ1000 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic FZ1000 will give you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher FZ1000 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.