Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung SL30

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung SL30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS3 (10MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS3 was introduced 3 months later than the SL30 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the ZS3 grades versus the SL30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 and Samsung SL30. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS3 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS3 offers outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Samsung SL30 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung SL30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS3 against the SL30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS3 and SL30 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS3 and SL30.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of files but you need to take the release date of the products into consideration.