Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic XS1

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.