Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic LZ20

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was manufactured 3 months later than the LZ20 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the EX-ZR1000 scores against the LZ20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR1000 enjoys physical measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ20 has specifications of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 vs the LZ20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and LZ20 is 90 and 71 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The visual here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR1000 and LZ20.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.