Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung SL30

The following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung SL30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the ZS30 (18MP) and SL30 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was brought out 3 years after the SL30 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the ZS30 grades versus the SL30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 & Samsung SL30. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery & Samsung SL30 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS30 has physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Samsung SL30 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS30 and the SL30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ZS30 and SL30 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS30 and SL30.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS30 to result in greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer ZS30 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.