Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZS20

Let's look closer at the Canon A2200 and Panasonic ZS20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A2200 was unveiled 15 months earlier than the ZS20 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the A2200 grades versus the ZS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The full galleries are available at Canon A2200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A2200 has got physical dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS20 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check out the Canon A2200 and Panasonic ZS20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A2200 compared to the ZS20.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A2200 and ZS20 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A2200 and ZS20.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images although you should really factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged A2200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.