Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic ZS20

Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic ZS20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was announced 4 years before the ZS20 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FX580 matches up versus the ZS20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FX580 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS20 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FX580 versus the ZS20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX580 and ZS20 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The pic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FX580 and ZS20.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS20 to provide you with more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FX580 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.