Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung SL102

The following is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung SL102, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the ZS30 (18MP) and SL102 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was released 4 years after the SL102 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ZS30 grades vs the SL102 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 and Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS30 enjoys physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL102 has proportions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS30 versus the SL102.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS30 and SL102 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS30 and SL102.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS30 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher ZS30 provides an edge in sensor innovation.