Canon G15 vs Panasonic ZS20

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Canon G15 and Panasonic ZS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is very similar but the G15 (1/1.7") and ZS20 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The G15 was launched 5 months later than the ZS20 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the G15 grades against the ZS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G15 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G15 has outer measurements of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") along with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS20 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the G15 versus the ZS20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G15 and ZS20 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The graphic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G15 and ZS20.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G15 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic ZS20 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively.