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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30
Camera summary
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30, made by Panasonic, is a powerful SLR-like (bridge) camera. Announced on Jan. 7, 2013.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.2 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
1.7 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
3.6 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
2.3 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40
Sensor
This camera has a CCD sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1280 x 720 with support for the following formats: Motion JPEG.
Connectivity
Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 380 shots per charge with the included 4 x AA battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40
Camera summary
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40, made by Panasonic, is a powerful SLR-like (bridge) camera. Announced on Jan. 6, 2014. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 6400. Most modern cameras have higher values of ISO, this camera probably won't have the best performance in low light conditions.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.6 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
1.7 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30
Sensor
This camera has a CCD sensor with a 20 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 9 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1280 x 720 with support for the following formats: Motion JPEG.
Connectivity
Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Other features
Higher level cameras have a more higher mechanical shutter speed, this model's capabilities could be cumbersome by today's standards, so you should consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | No |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
No |
| Af selective | No |
No |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Connectivity |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
| HDMI | No |
No |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | - |
| DXO color depth | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO overall score | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Exposure mode |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Jan. 7, 2013 | Jan. 6, 2014 |
| Body type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| msrp | $215.99 | $444.00 |
| model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
| Predecessor model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 |
| Successor model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | |
Lense |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
| Focal length multiplier | - | - |
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Manual focus | No |
No |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Number of lenses | - | - |
Other features |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
| AE bracketing | No |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | No |
No |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | No |
No |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| Flash range | 4.40 m | 10.80 m |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 1.0 fps | 1.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 | 15 |
| Shutter priority | No |
No |
| WB bracketing | No |
Yes |
Physical |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
| Battery life | 380 shots | 320 shots |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
| Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
No |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 84 x 92mm | 126 x 87 x 94mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 552 grs | 524 grs |
Screen |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 460 | 460 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Max image resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | No |
No |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55 mm | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 16 | 20 |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3-inch | 1/2.3-inch |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Headphone port |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 |
| Microphone port | No |
Yes |
| Video formats | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Viewfinder |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
| viewfinder | - | - |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |