Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic LZ30

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic L1 and Panasonic LZ30, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the L1 (7MP) and LZ30 (16MP) and the L1 (Four Thirds) and LZ30 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The L1 was introduced 6 years earlier than the LZ30 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the L1 scores against the LZ30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic L1 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic L1 offers exterior measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic L1 and Panasonic LZ30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the L1 and the LZ30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L1 and LZ30 is 65 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L1 and LZ30.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The L1 with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic LZ30 will produce extra detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged L1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.