Panasonic GX850 vs Panasonic LZ20

Here is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic GX850 vs Panasonic LZ20, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the GX850 (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is fairly close but the GX850 (Four Thirds) and LZ20 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The GX850 was brought out 4 years later than the LZ20 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the GX850 matches up against the LZ20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GX850 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX850 features outside dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst 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).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the GX850 and the LZ20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GX850 and LZ20 is 90 and 71 respectively.

Usually, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX850 and LZ20.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact MP but not the same sensor sizing. The GX850 has the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult. The fresher GX850 will have a benefit in sensor technology.