Panasonic ZS30 vs Sony S980

Here is a extensive review of the Panasonic ZS30 versus Sony S980, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the ZS30 (18MP) and S980 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was revealed 3 years later than the S980 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the ZS30 matches up against the S980 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS30 offers outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Sony S980 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS30 against the S980.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS30 and S980 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS30 and S980.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS30 to offer extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern ZS30 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.