Canon D20 vs Panasonic ZS20
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Canon D20 vs Panasonic ZS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 228g - 112 x 71 x 28mm
- Introduced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS15
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS25

Canon D20 vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Canon D20 vs Panasonic ZS20, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The D20 was unveiled 14 months later than the ZS20 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the D20 matches up vs the ZS20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon D20 vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The full galleries are provided at Canon D20 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D20 over the Panasonic ZS20
D20 | ZS20 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | April 2012 | More recent by 14 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Canon D20
ZS20 | D20 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon D20 and Panasonic ZS20
D20 | ZS20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon D20 vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon D20 has physical measurements of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Analyze the Canon D20 vs Panasonic ZS20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the D20 vs the ZS20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D20 and ZS20 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Canon D20 vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through specifications. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D20 and ZS20.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS20 to provide extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger D20 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon D20 vs Panasonic ZS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon D20 vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot D20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-06-18 | 2012-04-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 228 grams (0.50 pounds) | 206 grams (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 71 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $299 | $349 |