Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LZ30
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LZ30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Revealed July 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ62
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
- Launched January 2013
- Replaced the Panasonic LZ20
- Refreshed by Panasonic LZ40
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LZ30 Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FZ60 was introduced 5 months prior to the LZ30 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FZ60 scores versus the LZ30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LZ30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Panasonic LZ30
FZ60 | LZ30 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Panasonic FZ60
LZ30 | FZ60 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ60 and Panasonic LZ30
FZ60 | LZ30 | |||
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Launched | July 2012 | January 2013 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LZ30 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ60 provides outer measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LZ30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ60 versus the LZ30.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ60 and LZ30 is 68 and 66 respectively.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LZ30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ60 and LZ30.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files but you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LZ30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic LZ30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FZ62 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-07-18 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
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) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT Screen LCD Display | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.50 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 493g (1.09 lb) | 552g (1.22 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 pictures | 380 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $350 | $230 |