Canon D20 vs Panasonic ZS7

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon D20 vs Panasonic ZS7, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The D20 was unveiled 24 months later than the ZS7 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the D20 scores vs the ZS7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are provided at Canon D20 Gallery & Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon D20 has got outer measurements of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS7 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the D20 vs the ZS7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D20 and ZS7 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D20 and ZS7.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files although you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger D20 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.