Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony HX400V

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic LZ30 and Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The LZ30 was brought out 13 months before the HX400V making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the LZ30 grades against the HX400V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LZ30 offers outer 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 HX400V has proportions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LZ30 and Sony HX400V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the LZ30 vs the HX400V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LZ30 and HX400V is 66 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ30 and HX400V.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX400V to give greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older LZ30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.