Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LZ30

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FZ300 versus Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the FZ300 (12MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was announced 2 years after the LZ30 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FZ300 grades vs the LZ30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ300 features physical dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ30 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ300 versus Panasonic LZ30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FZ300 vs the LZ30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ300 and LZ30 is 59 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The image below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ300 and LZ30.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic LZ30 to produce extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher FZ300 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.