Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony HX30V

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The LZ30 was manufactured 11 months after the HX30V so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the LZ30 grades against the HX30V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ30 offers exterior measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony HX30V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the LZ30 compared to the HX30V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the LZ30 and HX30V is 66 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The image below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ30 and HX30V.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX30V to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger LZ30 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.