Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic LZ20

The following is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") and LZ20 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm F600 EXR was unveiled 11 months prior to the LZ20 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm F600 EXR being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm F600 EXR scores against the LZ20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F600 EXR enjoys external measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ20 has measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Panasonic LZ20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and the LZ20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and LZ20 is 91 and 71 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and LZ20.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm F600 EXR uses the larger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The more aged Fujifilm F600 EXR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.