Canon N vs Panasonic ZS20

Below is a complete overview of the Canon N and Panasonic ZS20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the N (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The N was introduced 9 months later than the ZS20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the N grades vs the ZS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot N & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The whole galleries are available at Canon N Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon N provides physical dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Canon N and Panasonic ZS20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the N vs the ZS20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the N and ZS20 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the N and ZS20.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS20 to offer you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The fresher N should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.