Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LZ20
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LZ20 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 691g - 132 x 92 x 117mm
- Released July 2015
- Replaced the Panasonic FZ200
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Released July 2012
- Renewed by Panasonic LZ30
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LZ20 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are created by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FZ300 (12MP) and LZ20 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe FZ300 was unveiled 3 years after the LZ20 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FZ300 matches up against the LZ20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LZ20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ300 over the Panasonic LZ20
FZ300 | LZ20 | |||
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Released | July 2015 | July 2012 | Newer by 37 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Panasonic FZ300
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic LZ20
FZ300 | LZ20 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LZ20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ300 features exterior measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ20 has proportions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LZ20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ300 compared to the LZ20.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ300 and LZ20 is 59 and 71 respectively.
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LZ20 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The image below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ300 and LZ20.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic LZ20 to deliver greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger FZ300 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic LZ20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-07-16 | 2012-07-18 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 691 grams (1.52 lb) | 499 grams (1.10 lb) |
Dimensions | 132 x 92 x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 380 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $598 | $250 |