Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax VS20

In this article, we are matching up the Panasonic FZ150 and Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and VS20 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was released 3 months later than the VS20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FZ150 matches up against the VS20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Pentax Optio VS20. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ150 has outer dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Pentax VS20 has specifications 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FZ150 vs the VS20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and VS20 is 67 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ150 and VS20.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax VS20 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively.