Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic XS1
66 Imaging
40 Features
32 Overall
36
97 Imaging
40 Features
26 Overall
34
Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
- Launched January 2013
- Previous Model is Panasonic LZ20
- Replacement is Panasonic LZ40
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Revealed January 2013
Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview
Following is a in depth review of the Panasonic LZ30 and Panasonic XS1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe LZ30 was brought out within a month of the XS1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the LZ30 scores versus the XS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic XS1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Panasonic XS1
LZ30 | XS1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Panasonic LZ30
XS1 | LZ30 |
---|
Common features in the Panasonic LZ30 and Panasonic XS1
LZ30 | XS1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | January 2013 | January 2013 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ30 features outside dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
See the Panasonic LZ30 and Panasonic XS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the LZ30 compared to the XS1.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the LZ30 and XS1 is 66 and 97 respectively.
Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the LZ30 and XS1.
As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images however you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account.
Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-875mm (35.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 552 grams (1.22 lb) | 103 grams (0.23 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | 260 shots |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $230 | $130 |