Panasonic FZ1000 vs Pentax VS20

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ1000 vs Pentax VS20, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and VS20 (16MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and VS20 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ1000 was revealed 2 years after the VS20 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FZ1000 matches up against the VS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 and Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ1000 offers exterior measurements of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") having a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) and the Pentax VS20 has dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FZ1000 against the VS20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 and VS20 is 55 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ1000 and VS20.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FZ1000 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic FZ1000 will give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The younger FZ1000 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.