Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic LZ20

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic LZ20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the FX90 (12MP) and LZ20 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

The FX90 was released 10 months prior to the LZ20 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FX90 matches up against the LZ20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FX90 Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX90 has outer dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ20 has dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic LZ20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the FX90 versus the LZ20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FX90 and LZ20 is 95 and 71 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX90 and LZ20.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic LZ20 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FX90 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.