Nikon L840 vs Panasonic LZ20

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon L840 vs Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L840 was announced 2 years after the LZ20 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the L840 scores versus the LZ20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L840 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L840 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L840 enjoys physical dimensions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") along with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ20 has sizing of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the L840 compared to the LZ20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L840 and LZ20 is 67 and 71 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The pic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the L840 and LZ20.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The younger L840 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.