Panasonic ZS30 vs Sony HX350

The following is a extended review of the Panasonic ZS30 vs Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS30 (18MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was brought out 5 years earlier than the HX350 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ZS30 scores against the HX350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS30 enjoys physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony HX350 has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS30 vs Sony HX350 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS30 against the HX350.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS30 and HX350 is 92 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS30 and HX350.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX350 to resolve greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ZS30 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.