Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic LZ30

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the FZ35 (12MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ35 was manufactured 3 years before the LZ30 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the FZ35 matches up versus the LZ30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ35 enjoys external dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic LZ30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ35 compared to the LZ30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ35 and LZ30 is 72 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ35 and LZ30.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic LZ30 to render greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older FZ35 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.