Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic LZ30

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic LX5 and Panasonic LZ30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the LX5 (10MP) and LZ30 (16MP) and the LX5 (1/1.63") and LZ30 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The LX5 was brought out 12 months before the LZ30 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX5 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the LX5 matches up vs the LZ30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX5 Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LX5 comes with outer dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the LX5 versus the LZ30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the LX5 and LZ30 is 88 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX5 and LZ30.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX5 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic LZ30 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged LX5 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.