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Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic ZS20

Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
35
Overall
38
Fujifilm FinePix T500 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 front
Portability
92
Imaging
38
Features
46
Overall
41

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic ZS20 Key Specs

Fujifilm T500
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 0
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F) lens
  • 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
  • Revealed January 2013
Panasonic ZS20
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
  • Revealed April 2012
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ30
  • Superseded the Panasonic ZS15
  • Newer Model is Panasonic ZS25
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Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview

In this article, we are analyzing the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T500 was released 9 months later than the ZS20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm T500 grades vs the ZS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm T500 over the Panasonic ZS20

 Fujifilm T500 ZS20 
RevealedJanuary 2013April 2012Fresher by 9 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Fujifilm T500

 ZS20 Fujifilm T500 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic ZS20

 Fujifilm T500 ZS20 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm T500 enjoys physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS20 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic ZS20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm T500 against the ZS20.

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic ZS20 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T500 and ZS20 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic ZS20 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T500 and ZS20.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Fujifilm T500 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm T500 will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic ZS20 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic ZS20 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic ZS20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm T500 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic ZS20 Portrait photography factors
35
decent MP (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
30
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm T500 Street photography details
Panasonic ZS20 Street photography details
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (136 grams)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
low maximum ISO (0)
65
image stabilization (Optical)
supports touch to focus
lighter than competition (206g)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm T500 Sports photography details
Panasonic ZS20 Sports photography details
45
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
supports tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
47
amazing zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery life (260 shots)
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm T500 Travel photography details
Panasonic ZS20 Travel photography details
76
lighter than competition in class (136 grams)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (24mm)
very long zoom (288mm)
great max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse mode
does not posses selfie friendly screen
68
lighter than competition (206g)
supports touch to focus
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (24mm)
great reach (480mm)
no Time Lapse recording
bad battery life (260 per charge)
does not offer selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm T500 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic ZS20 as a Landscape photography camera
42
rather wide (24mm)
great max aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
small sensor (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lack of RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
42
fairly wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
bad battery life (260 shots)
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm T500 Vlogging advice
Panasonic ZS20 Vlogging advice
35
rather wide (24mm)
great max aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focus
lighter than competition in class (136 grams)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone support
34
fairly wide (24mm)
touch screen
image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (206g)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not offer selfie friendly display
no external mic socket
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Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic ZS20
 Fujifilm FinePix T500Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix T500 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20
Also called as - Lumix DMC-TZ30
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2013-01-07 2012-04-26
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
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 16MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3440 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 23
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-288mm (12.0x) 24-480mm (20.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.3-6.4
Macro focusing distance - 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 15s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 6.40 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic 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 BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 136 gr (0.30 pounds) 206 gr (0.45 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 260 pictures
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $0 $349