Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic LZ30

Let's look closer at the Panasonic FZ28 versus Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are sold by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ28 was announced 5 years before the LZ30 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FZ28 matches up against the LZ30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ28 has got exterior measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ28 versus Panasonic LZ30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ28 and the LZ30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ28 and LZ30 is 72 and 66 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ28 and LZ30.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic LZ30 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.