Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic LZ20

Following is a extended assessment of the Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was brought out 12 months after the LZ20 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SZ-15 grades vs the LZ20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-15 features physical dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ20 has measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

See the Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic LZ20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SZ-15 and the LZ20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-15 and LZ20 is 88 and 71 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-15 and LZ20.

All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent SZ-15 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.