Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic ZS30

Following is a complete review of the Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic ZS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was unveiled very close to the ZS30 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SZ3 matches up versus the ZS30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ3 features outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic ZS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SZ3 against the ZS30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ3 and ZS30 is 96 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ3 and ZS30.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to deliver more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively.