Panasonic L1 vs Sony HX30V

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic L1 vs Sony HX30V, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the L1 (7MP) and HX30V (18MP) and the L1 (Four Thirds) and HX30V (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The L1 was released 5 years prior to the HX30V which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the L1 grades vs the HX30V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic L1 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic L1 has got physical dimensions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic L1 vs Sony HX30V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the L1 vs the HX30V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L1 and HX30V is 65 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L1 and HX30V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The L1 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony HX30V will show more detail as a result of its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged L1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.