Canon SX160 IS vs Panasonic LZ20

Following is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX160 IS and Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was manufactured 12 months after the LZ20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX160 IS matches up versus the LZ20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX160 IS comes with outer measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ20 has specifications of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX160 IS and Panasonic LZ20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SX160 IS compared to the LZ20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and LZ20 is 86 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The pic here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and LZ20.

All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger SX160 IS should have an advantage in sensor tech.