Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony HX1

Below is a detailed overview of the Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the LZ30 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the LZ30 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") offer different sensor size.

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The LZ30 was introduced 3 years later than the HX1 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the LZ30 grades versus the HX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ30 has got physical measurements 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 HX1 has dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the LZ30 vs the HX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LZ30 and HX1 is 66 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ30 and HX1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The LZ30 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic LZ30 will give extra detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher LZ30 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.