Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax E70

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax E70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the LZ30 (16MP) and E70 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The LZ30 was unveiled 4 years after the E70 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax E70 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the LZ30 grades versus the E70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Pentax Optio E70. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider 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) while the Pentax E70 has dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax E70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the LZ30 compared to the E70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LZ30 and E70 is 66 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The picture here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the LZ30 and E70.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ30 to render greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent LZ30 provides an edge in sensor tech.