Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic ZS20

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was announced within a month of the ZS20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FZ150 grades against the ZS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ150 offers outer dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) and 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).

Check the Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic ZS20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FZ150 against the ZS20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and ZS20 is 67 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and ZS20.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS20 to produce extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively.