Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic LZ20

The following is a in depth review of the Panasonic FP8 versus Panasonic LZ20, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and LZ20 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was announced 4 years earlier than the LZ20 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FP8 grades vs the LZ20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP8 features outside dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ20 has dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP8 versus Panasonic LZ20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FP8 compared to the LZ20.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FP8 and LZ20 is 95 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The image underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FP8 and LZ20.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic LZ20 to provide you with more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged FP8 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.