Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic ZS20

Lets look closer at the Panasonic FZ100 versus Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was manufactured 21 months earlier than the ZS20 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FZ100 scores against the ZS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ100 offers exterior dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS20 has dimensions 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the FZ100 compared to the ZS20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ100 and ZS20 is 67 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ100 and ZS20.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files however you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older FZ100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.