Panasonic ZS30 vs Sony W230

The following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic ZS30 versus Sony W230, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the ZS30 (18MP) and W230 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was manufactured 3 years after the W230 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ZS30 scores versus the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS30 has got external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS30 versus Sony W230 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the ZS30 vs the W230.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS30 and W230 is 92 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS30 and W230.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS30 to offer extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger ZS30 will have an edge in sensor technology.