Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic LZ20

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FH8 versus Panasonic LZ20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was revealed 6 months earlier than the LZ20 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FH8 matches up against the LZ20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH8 enjoys exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 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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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FH8 against the LZ20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH8 and LZ20 is 96 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH8 and LZ20.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration.