Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 vs Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and the Casio Exilim EX-ZS5, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 was introduced in January 2013 and Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 was introduced in January 2011. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 Highlights

      • 16.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Highlights

      • 14.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • 3.0" 461k dot Fixed Screen
      • 848 x 480 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30
      4. Advantage of Casio Exilim EX-ZS5
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Casio Exilim EX-ZS5.

      PROS

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      •   Video Capture
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash

      CONS

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 848 x 480
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.1 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Weight - 552 g (1.22 lb / 19.47 oz)
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"

      Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Panasonic LZ30
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 over Casio Exilim EX-ZS5.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 vs Casio Exilim EX-ZS5
      Higher Sensor Resolution 16.1 Megapixel vs 14.1 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 3,200
      Max Image Resolution 4608 x 3456 vs 4320 x 3240
      Center Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Image Stabilization vs
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Higher Video Resolution 1280 x 720 vs 848 x 480
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30.

      Panasonic LZ40
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      1/2.3-inch

      20 MP

      Panasonic LZ20
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      1/2.33-inch

      16 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Sony a6600
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Casio EX-Z2000
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.1 MP

      Sony a7 III
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon A1400
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Advantage of Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      Casio EX-ZS5
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 vs Casio Exilim EX-ZS5
      Higher Resolution Screen 460k dot vs 461k dot

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      Sony a7C II
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      Full Frame

      33.0 MP

      Nikon D600
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      Full Frame

      24.3 MP

      Sigma SD10
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      APS-C

      3 MP

      Fujifilm HS10
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      1/2.3-inch

      10.3 MP

      Fujifilm S200EXR
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      1/1.6-inch

      12 MP

      Olympus PEN E-PL9
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      Micro Four Thirds

      16.1 MP

      Sony NEX-6
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      APS-C

      16.1 MP

      Olympus PEN E-P7
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20 MP

      Nikon D80
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      APS-C

      10.2 MP

      Canon 5DS
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Nikon D3100
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      APS-C

      14 MP

      Fujifilm S1600
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO6,4003,200
        Live View Autofocus
        Built-in Flash
      WEAKNESSES Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.3-inch
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Cross-type Focus Points00
        No Face Detection
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen460k dot461k dot
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/2000 sec
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1280 x 720848 x 480
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen

      Screen

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 460k dot and 461k dot resolutions respectively.

      Sensor

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 features a 16.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400. Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 features a 14.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.16 x 4.62 mm and a total area of 21.3 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200.

      Photography Features

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3648 x 2736, 3456 x 3456, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480. Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 is equipped with Exilim Engine 5.0 processor and can take pictures up to 4320 x 3240 resolution.

      Image Stabilization on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      NFC on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.


      Battery

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 comes with 4 x AA battery pack with battery life of 380 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 has a single card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30, and up to 1/2000 sec on Casio Exilim EX-ZS5. Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 can shoot continuously up to 1.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 4.40 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30..

      Physical Parameters

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 body has dimensions of 124 x 84 x 92 mm (4.88 x 3.31 x 3.62") and Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 body has dimensions of 103 x 59 x 20 mm (4.06 x 2.32 x 0.79"). Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 weighs 552 g (1.22 lb / 19.47 oz) and Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 weighs [].

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

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      103 mm

      59 mm

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      Size comparisons of Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      POOR
      49
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      48
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots
      POOR
      47
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Wildlife Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots
      AVERAGE
      58
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Street Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      GOOD
      78
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 552 g (1.22 lb / 19.47 oz)
      POOR
      44
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Travel Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      GOOD
      80
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 552 g (1.22 lb / 19.47 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots
      BAD
      18
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 848 x 480
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 and give them scores of 53 and 43 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      OVERALL
      53
      OVERALL
      43

      Sensor

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      POOR
      48
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.1 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      BAD
      31
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      BAD
      3
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 848 x 480

      Focusing

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      POOR
      53
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      POOR
      53
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      POOR
      52
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      48
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30

      Casio Exilim EX-ZS5

      POOR
      40
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 552 g (1.22 lb / 19.47 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots
      •   Internal Storage
      BAD
      29
      •   No Environmental Sealing


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