Panasonic GH2 vs Panasonic LZ30

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic GH2 and Panasonic LZ30, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is pretty close but the GH2 (Four Thirds) and LZ30 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The GH2 was released 21 months before the LZ30 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GH2 scores versus the LZ30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GH2 Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GH2 enjoys external measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the GH2 vs the LZ30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GH2 and LZ30 is 70 and 66 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specs. The image here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GH2 and LZ30.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The GH2 features the bigger sensor which will make achieving bokeh less difficult. The more aged GH2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.