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Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic LZ30

Portability
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Imaging
39
Features
34
Overall
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 front
Portability
66
Imaging
40
Features
32
Overall
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic LZ30 Key Specs

Panasonic LZ20
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
  • 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
  • Revealed July 2012
  • Later Model is Panasonic LZ30
Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
  • Announced January 2013
  • Replaced the Panasonic LZ20
  • Newer Model is Panasonic LZ40
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic LZ30 Overview

Following is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The LZ20 was introduced 5 months prior to the LZ30 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the LZ20 scores vs the LZ30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Panasonic LZ30

 LZ20 LZ30 

Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Panasonic LZ20

 LZ30 LZ20 

Common features in the Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic LZ30

 LZ20 LZ30 
AnnouncedJuly 2012January 2013Similar generation
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurements
Screen resolution460k460kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic LZ30 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ20 provides physical measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ30 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic LZ30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the LZ20 vs the LZ30.

Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic LZ30 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LZ20 and LZ30 is 71 and 66 respectively.

Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic LZ30 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic LZ30 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ20 and LZ30.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files but you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic LZ30 sensor size comparison

Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic LZ30 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic LZ30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic LZ20 Portrait photography details
Panasonic LZ30 Portrait photography details
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MP count decent (16 megapixels)
supports face detection focus
no manual focus
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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MP count good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic LZ20 Street photography info
Panasonic LZ30 Street photography info
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image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than others (499 grams)
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than average (552g)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic LZ20 Sports photography features
Panasonic LZ30 Sports photography features
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excellent zoom range (25-525mm 21.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
good battery life (380 per charge)
low fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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long zoom range (25-875mm 35.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
great battery life (380 shots)
slow fps (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic LZ20 Travel photography information
Panasonic LZ30 Travel photography information
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good battery life (380 CIPA)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
very long zoom (525mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than others (499g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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great battery life (380 CIPA)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (25mm)
great reach (875mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (552g)
does not contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic LZ20 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic LZ30 as a Landscape photography camera
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reasonably wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
good battery life (380 shots)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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relatively wide (25mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
great battery life (380 CIPA)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic LZ20 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic LZ30 Vlogging highlights
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reasonably wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic support
heavier than others (499g)
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relatively wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not contain selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic jack
heavier than average (552g)
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic LZ30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic LZ30
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2012-07-18 2013-01-07
Body design SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-525mm (21.0x) 25-875mm (35.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.8 f/3.0-5.9
Macro focusing distance 2cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 460 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT Screen LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15s 15s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 6.80 m 4.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 499 grams (1.10 lb) 552 grams (1.22 lb)
Dimensions 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 380 images 380 images
Type of battery Battery Pack AA
Battery ID - 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 0r 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail cost $250 $230