Panasonic ZS30 vs Sony A290

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic ZS30 versus Sony A290, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS30 (18MP) and A290 (14MP) and the ZS30 (1/2.3") and A290 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The ZS30 was announced 2 years after the A290 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera and the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the ZS30 grades against the A290 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery and Sony A290 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS30 enjoys exterior 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 Sony A290 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS30 versus Sony A290 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS30 vs the A290.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ZS30 and A290 is 92 and 66 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The picture below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS30 and A290.

All in all, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ZS30 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic ZS30 will deliver extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent ZS30 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.