Panasonic LZ30 vs Sigma SD1

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic LZ30 and Sigma SD1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is very well matched but the LZ30 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The LZ30 was brought out 2 years after the SD1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the LZ30 matches up against the SD1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 & Sigma SD1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LZ30 offers physical measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 has proportions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LZ30 and Sigma SD1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the LZ30 versus the SD1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the LZ30 and SD1 is 66 and 77 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ30 and SD1.

All in all, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The LZ30 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic LZ30 will resolve more detail having its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent LZ30 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.