Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic ZS20

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was brought out 9 months after the ZS20 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the SZ-16 iHS grades vs the ZS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS offers outer dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic ZS20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS and the ZS20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and ZS20 is 89 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-16 iHS and ZS20.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to show greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer SZ-16 iHS provides an edge in sensor tech.