Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony H90
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Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony H90 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
- Earlier Model is Panasonic LZ20
- Replacement is Panasonic LZ40
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 222g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Introduced February 2012

Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony H90 Overview
The following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic LZ30 versus Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The LZ30 was manufactured 11 months after the H90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony H90 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the LZ30 scores against the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony H90 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Sony H90
LZ30 | H90 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Panasonic LZ30
H90 | LZ30 | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ30 and Sony H90
LZ30 | H90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony H90 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ30 enjoys outer measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic LZ30 versus Sony H90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the LZ30 against the H90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the LZ30 and H90 is 66 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony H90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ30 and H90.
As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures however you would want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern LZ30 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony H90 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony H90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-875mm (35.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 552 grams (1.22 lbs) | 222 grams (0.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 pictures | 290 pictures |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $230 | $230 |