Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax K-1 II

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic LZ30 and Pentax K-1 II, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the LZ30 (16MP) and K-1 II (36MP) and the LZ30 (1/2.3") and K-1 II (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The LZ30 was revealed 6 years earlier than the K-1 II and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the LZ30 scores vs the K-1 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 & Pentax K-1 Mark II. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery & Pentax K-1 II Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ30 features outer dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-1 II has dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the LZ30 and the K-1 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LZ30 and K-1 II is 66 and 55 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ30 and K-1 II.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The LZ30 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax K-1 II will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 20MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older LZ30 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.