Panasonic ZS30 vs Sony HX300

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic ZS30 vs Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS30 (18MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was brought out within a month of the HX300 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the ZS30 matches up vs the HX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS30 comes with outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony HX300 has specifications of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

See the Panasonic ZS30 vs Sony HX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS30 compared to the HX300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS30 and HX300 is 92 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS30 and HX300.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX300 to render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively.