Canon D20 vs Panasonic FX78

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon D20 and Panasonic FX78, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The D20 was introduced 2 years later than the FX78 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the D20 grades vs the FX78 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot D20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are provided at Canon D20 Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon D20 features outer dimensions of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic FX78 has sizing of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Canon D20 and Panasonic FX78 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the D20 and the FX78.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D20 and FX78 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the D20 and FX78.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you will want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger D20 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.