Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic LZ20
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Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic LZ20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-960mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Revealed February 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Launched July 2012
- Newer Model is Panasonic LZ30

Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic LZ20 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon SX410 IS and Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and LZ20 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX410 IS was revealed 2 years after the LZ20 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX410 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX410 IS matches up vs the LZ20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic LZ20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX410 IS over the Panasonic LZ20
SX410 IS | LZ20 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | ![]() | July 2012 | More modern by 32 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Canon SX410 IS
LZ20 | SX410 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX410 IS and Panasonic LZ20
SX410 IS | LZ20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic LZ20 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX410 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ20 has sizing of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
See the Canon SX410 IS and Panasonic LZ20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX410 IS against the LZ20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX410 IS and LZ20 is 80 and 71 respectively.

Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic LZ20 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The picture below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX410 IS and LZ20.
Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX410 IS to resolve extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX410 IS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic LZ20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic LZ20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-02-06 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.5fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 6.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 325g (0.72 lbs) | 499g (1.10 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 185 photographs | 380 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $199 | $250 |