Panasonic GX850 vs Panasonic ZS20

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GX850 and Panasonic ZS20, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GX850 (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the GX850 (Four Thirds) and ZS20 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The GX850 was announced 4 years after the ZS20 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the GX850 scores versus the ZS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX850 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX850 has got outside dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GX850 and Panasonic ZS20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the GX850 vs the ZS20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX850 and ZS20 is 90 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The picture below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX850 and ZS20.

All in all, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GX850 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic GX850 will show more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer GX850 provides a benefit in sensor tech.