Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax K-5 IIs

Below is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic LZ30 versus Pentax K-5 IIs, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the K-5 IIs (16MP) is relatively close but the LZ30 (1/2.3") and K-5 IIs (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The LZ30 was launched 4 months before the K-5 IIs and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-5 IIs being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the LZ30 scores against the K-5 IIs in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Pentax K-5 IIs. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery and Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ30 features exterior 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-5 IIs has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Check the Panasonic LZ30 versus Pentax K-5 IIs in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the LZ30 compared to the K-5 IIs.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LZ30 and K-5 IIs is 66 and 60 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the LZ30 and K-5 IIs.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The LZ30 includes the smaller sensor which is going to make getting bokeh tougher.