Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic LZ20
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Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic LZ20 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 606g - 130 x 97 x 118mm
- Introduced July 2013
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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
- Newer Model is Panasonic LZ30
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic LZ20 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FZ70 versus Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FZ70 was manufactured 13 months after the LZ20 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the FZ70 grades versus the LZ20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic LZ20 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ70 over the Panasonic LZ20
FZ70 | LZ20 | |||
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Released | July 2013 | July 2012 | More modern by 13 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Panasonic FZ70
LZ20 | FZ70 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ70 and Panasonic LZ20
FZ70 | LZ20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic LZ20 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ70 offers outside measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ20 has measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FZ70 versus Panasonic LZ20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ70 and the LZ20.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ70 and LZ20 is 63 and 71 respectively.
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic LZ20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ70 and LZ20.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of images however you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher FZ70 should have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic LZ20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-07-18 | 2012-07-18 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 20-1200mm (60.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Screen LCD Display | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.50 m | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (50i/60i, 25p/30p), 1280 x 720p (50p/60p or 25p/30p), 640 x 480 (25p/30p) | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 606 grams (1.34 lb) | 499 grams (1.10 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 97 x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 41 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 171 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 380 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $300 | $250 |