Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic SZ5

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic LZ30 versus Panasonic SZ5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The LZ30 was released 6 months later than the SZ5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the LZ30 matches up against the SZ5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ30 enjoys external measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ5 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LZ30 versus Panasonic SZ5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the LZ30 against the SZ5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LZ30 and SZ5 is 66 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ30 and SZ5.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic LZ30 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively.