Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax X-5

Below is a extended overview of the Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The LZ30 was announced 5 months later than the X-5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the LZ30 matches up against the X-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 & Pentax X-5. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LZ30 comes with outside measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Pentax X-5 has measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax X-5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the LZ30 and the X-5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LZ30 and X-5 is 66 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ30 and X-5.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.