Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic LZ20

The following is a complete review of the Fujifilm T550 and Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T550 was launched 6 months after the LZ20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm T550 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm T550 scores versus the LZ20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix T550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm T550 Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T550 enjoys external 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 LZ20 has proportions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm T550 and Panasonic LZ20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm T550 against the LZ20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and LZ20 is 95 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T550 and LZ20.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account.