Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LZ20
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LZ20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Announced August 2013
(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
- Released July 2012
- Replacement is Panasonic LZ30

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LZ20 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR800 was revealed 13 months after the LZ20 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-ZR800 grades versus the LZ20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LZ20 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Panasonic LZ20
EX-ZR800 | LZ20 | |||
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Released | August 2013 | ![]() | July 2012 | More modern by 13 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Casio EX-ZR800
LZ20 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Panasonic LZ20
EX-ZR800 | LZ20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LZ20 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR800 provides outer dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 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).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Panasonic LZ20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR800 against the LZ20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR800 and LZ20 is 91 and 71 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LZ20 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR800 and LZ20.
As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files although you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer EX-ZR800 will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LZ20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LZ20 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-08-07 | 2012-07-18 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 6.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222g (0.49 pounds) | 499g (1.10 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 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 | 470 photos | 380 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $429 | $250 |