Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic ZS15 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
- Announced January 2013
- Previous Model is Panasonic LZ20
- Replacement is Panasonic LZ40
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 208g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Released June 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS20
Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the LZ30 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe LZ30 was revealed 7 months after the ZS15 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the LZ30 matches up versus the ZS15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Panasonic ZS15
LZ30 | ZS15 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | June 2012 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Panasonic LZ30
ZS15 | LZ30 |
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Common features in the Panasonic LZ30 and Panasonic ZS15
LZ30 | ZS15 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic LZ30 has outside measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Check the Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic ZS15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the LZ30 and the ZS15.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LZ30 and ZS15 is 66 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ30 and ZS15.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic LZ30 to produce extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer LZ30 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2012-06-29 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-875mm (35.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 pounds) | 208 grams (0.46 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 pictures | 260 pictures |
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 |
Cost at release | $230 | $279 |