Nikon B600 vs Panasonic LZ20
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Nikon B600 vs Panasonic LZ20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 500g - 122 x 82 x 99mm
- Revealed January 2019
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Announced July 2012
- New Model is Panasonic LZ30
Nikon B600 vs Panasonic LZ20 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Nikon B600 versus Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe B600 was unveiled 6 years later than the LZ20 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the B600 scores against the LZ20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon B600 vs Panasonic LZ20 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B600 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The full galleries are provided at Nikon B600 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon B600 over the Panasonic LZ20
B600 | LZ20 | |||
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Announced | January 2019 | July 2012 | Fresher by 80 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Nikon B600
LZ20 | B600 |
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Common features in the Nikon B600 and Panasonic LZ20
B600 | LZ20 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon B600 vs Panasonic LZ20 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon B600 has got outer measurements of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ20 has dimensions 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 Nikon B600 versus Panasonic LZ20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the B600 and the LZ20.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the B600 and LZ20 is 67 and 71 respectively.
Nikon B600 vs Panasonic LZ20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the B600 and LZ20.
As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photographs although you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern B600 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Nikon B600 vs Panasonic LZ20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix B600 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix B600 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2019-01-18 | 2012-07-18 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1440mm (60.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.5 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 6.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60i, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 500 grams (1.10 lbs) | 499 grams (1.10 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 82 x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
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 | 280 photos | 380 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $297 | $250 |