Canon SX1 IS vs Panasonic LZ20

Below, we are comparing the Canon SX1 IS and Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and LZ20 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX1 IS was brought out 4 years prior to the LZ20 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX1 IS scores against the LZ20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX1 IS Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX1 IS has physical dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") along with a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ20 has sizing of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX1 IS and Panasonic LZ20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SX1 IS and the LZ20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX1 IS and LZ20 is 64 and 71 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX1 IS and LZ20.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic LZ20 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.