Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony H50
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Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Previous Model is Panasonic LZ20
- Replacement is Panasonic LZ40
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Announced January 2009
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Let's look more closely at the Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony H50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the LZ30 (16MP) and H50 (9MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe LZ30 was launched 4 years later than the H50 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony H50 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the LZ30 matches up against the H50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Sony H50
| LZ30 | H50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2013 |  | January 2009 | Fresher by 49 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Panasonic LZ30
| H50 | LZ30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ30 and Sony H50
| LZ30 | H50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither contains Touch display |
Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ30 has got outer dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Sony H50 has specifications of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") and a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the LZ30 versus the H50.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LZ30 and H50 is 66 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the LZ30 and H50.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic LZ30 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern LZ30 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony H50 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2009-01-15 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-875mm (35.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.7-4.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.40 m | 9.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 552g (1.22 pounds) | 547g (1.21 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 380 images | - |
| Form of battery | AA | - |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $230 | $80 |