Canon M3 vs Panasonic LZ20

Let's take a closer look at the Canon M3 versus Panasonic LZ20, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and LZ20 (16MP) and the M3 (APS-C) and LZ20 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The M3 was announced 2 years later than the LZ20 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the M3 grades versus the LZ20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M3 Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon M3 has physical measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ20 has specifications of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Canon M3 versus Panasonic LZ20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the M3 against the LZ20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M3 and LZ20 is 85 and 71 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M3 and LZ20.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M3 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon M3 will show greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer M3 provides an edge in sensor technology.