Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS20

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was announced 4 years before the ZS20 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FX48 scores vs the ZS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FX48 provides external measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FX48 against the ZS20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX48 and ZS20 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The visual below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FX48 and ZS20.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS20 to deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The older FX48 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.