Panasonic FZ80 vs Pentax K20D

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic FZ80 and Pentax K20D, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ80 (18MP) and the K20D (15MP) is pretty comparable but the FZ80 (1/2.3") and K20D (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The FZ80 was released 8 years after the K20D which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FZ80 grades vs the K20D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 and Pentax K20D. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery and Pentax K20D Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ80 comes with physical measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") with a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Pentax K20D has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ80 and Pentax K20D in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ80 versus the K20D.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FZ80 and K20D is 63 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The picture here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ80 and K20D.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FZ80 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Panasonic FZ80 will provide more detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern FZ80 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.