Panasonic LZ30 vs Sony RX10

Here is a in-depth review of the Panasonic LZ30 versus Sony RX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is relatively close but the LZ30 (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The LZ30 was unveiled 14 months prior to the RX10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the LZ30 scores versus the RX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery & Sony RX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic LZ30 has got outer measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Sony RX10 has sizing of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") accompanied by a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LZ30 versus Sony RX10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the LZ30 compared to the RX10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the LZ30 and RX10 is 66 and 58 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The photograph below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ30 and RX10.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The LZ30 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony RX10 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older LZ30 will be behind in sensor tech.