Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic LZ20

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic 3D1 and Panasonic LZ20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and LZ20 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was unveiled 8 months prior to the LZ20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the 3D1 grades vs the LZ20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic 3D1 provides outer dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ20 has dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic 3D1 and Panasonic LZ20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the 3D1 versus the LZ20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and LZ20 is 93 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 3D1 and LZ20.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic LZ20 to result in greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older 3D1 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.