Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic LZ20
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Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic LZ20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Released May 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump 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 SX620 HS vs Panasonic LZ20 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Canon SX620 HS and Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and LZ20 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX620 HS was revealed 3 years after the LZ20 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX620 HS scores versus the LZ20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic LZ20 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Panasonic LZ20
SX620 HS | LZ20 | |||
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Launched | May 2016 | ![]() | July 2012 | Newer by 47 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Canon SX620 HS
LZ20 | SX620 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Panasonic LZ20
SX620 HS | LZ20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic LZ20 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX620 HS features outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ20 has measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX620 HS and Panasonic LZ20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SX620 HS versus the LZ20.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and LZ20 is 93 and 71 respectively.

Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic LZ20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX620 HS and LZ20.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX620 HS to give more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SX620 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic LZ20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic LZ20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2016-05-10 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.5fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 lbs) | 499 grams (1.10 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 images | 380 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $279 | $250 |