Panasonic GX8 vs Panasonic LZ30

Here is a complete analysis of the Panasonic GX8 versus Panasonic LZ30, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the GX8 (20MP) and LZ30 (16MP) and the GX8 (Four Thirds) and LZ30 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The GX8 was announced 2 years later than the LZ30 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the GX8 grades vs the LZ30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GX8 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX8 offers external measurements of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") along with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GX8 versus Panasonic LZ30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the GX8 compared to the LZ30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX8 and LZ30 is 74 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The visual here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GX8 and LZ30.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX8 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic GX8 will render extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger GX8 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.