Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic LZ20

Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon SX500 IS and Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was launched 2 months after the LZ20 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX500 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX500 IS matches up vs the LZ20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX500 IS comes with physical dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 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).

Analyze the Canon SX500 IS and Panasonic LZ20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX500 IS compared to the LZ20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX500 IS and LZ20 is 80 and 71 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX500 IS and LZ20.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos though you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.