Panasonic LZ30 vs Panasonic ZS8

Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic LZ30 and Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The LZ30 was unveiled 18 months later than the ZS8 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the LZ30 scores versus the ZS8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic LZ30 has exterior dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the LZ30 versus the ZS8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LZ30 and ZS8 is 66 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ30 and ZS8.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic LZ30 to render more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger LZ30 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.