Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic SZ8

Here is a extensive review of the Casio EX-H20G and Panasonic SZ8, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-H20G was unveiled 4 years earlier than the SZ8 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-H20G scores against the SZ8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H20G & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H20G Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H20G features physical dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ8 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-H20G and Panasonic SZ8 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-H20G versus the SZ8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H20G and SZ8 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H20G and SZ8.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ8 to render extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older EX-H20G will be behind in sensor technology.