Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic LZ30
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Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic LZ30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 528g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Revealed April 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
- Released January 2013
- Replaced the Panasonic LZ20
- Successor is Panasonic LZ40
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic LZ30 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both built by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FZ150 was launched 9 months prior to the LZ30 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FZ150 matches up vs the LZ30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic LZ30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ150 over the Panasonic LZ30
FZ150 | LZ30 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Panasonic FZ150
LZ30 | FZ150 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | April 2012 | More modern by 9 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic LZ30
FZ150 | LZ30 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical screen resolution | |
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic LZ30 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ150 has outer measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 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).
Take a look at the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic LZ30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FZ150 against the LZ30.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ150 and LZ30 is 67 and 66 respectively.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic LZ30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The picture here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ150 and LZ30.
All in all, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic LZ30 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged FZ150 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic LZ30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-04-11 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 528g (1.16 lb) | 552g (1.22 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 40 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 132 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 380 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $499 | $230 |