Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20
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![Canon PowerShot A810 front Canon PowerShot A810 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A810/Canon-A810-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS20/Panasonic-ZS20-front.jpg)
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Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 171g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS15
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS25
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Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The A810 was unveiled 2 months before the ZS20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the A810 matches up versus the ZS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A810 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The full galleries are available at Canon A810 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Panasonic ZS20
A810 | ZS20 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Canon A810
ZS20 | A810 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Panasonic ZS20
A810 | ZS20 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | April 2012 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A810 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS20 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check the Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the A810 and the ZS20.
![Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 size comparison Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A810-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS20-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and ZS20 is 93 and 92 respectively.
![Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 top view buttons comparison Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A810-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A810 and ZS20.
As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon A810 to result in greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively.
![Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 sensor size comparison Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A810-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A810-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2012-04-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 171 gr (0.38 pounds) | 206 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 260 shots |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $99 | $349 |