Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic ZS20

Below, we are looking at the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic ZS20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The F5 was introduced 9 months later than the ZS20 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the F5 grades against the ZS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic F5 provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS20 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic ZS20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the F5 compared to the ZS20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the F5 and ZS20 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the F5 and ZS20.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files but you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern F5 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.