Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Panasonic LZ20

On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm GFX 100 and Panasonic LZ20, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 100 (102MP) and LZ20 (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 100 (Medium format) and LZ20 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm GFX 100 was manufactured 6 years later than the LZ20 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm GFX 100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm GFX 100 matches up vs the LZ20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm GFX 100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 100 Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 100 has outside dimensions of 156mm x 144mm x 75mm (6.1" x 5.7" x 3.0") with a weight of 1320 grams (2.91 lbs) whilst 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).

Analyze the Fujifilm GFX 100 and Panasonic LZ20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 100 compared to the LZ20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 100 and LZ20 is 52 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The visual below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 100 and LZ20.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 100 due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 100 will offer you greater detail due to its extra 86MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm GFX 100 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.