Panasonic L1 vs Sony HX20V

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic L1 vs Sony HX20V, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the L1 (7MP) and HX20V (18MP) and the L1 (Four Thirds) and HX20V (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The L1 was announced 6 years prior to the HX20V which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the L1 grades vs the HX20V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic L1 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic L1 features outer measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the L1 versus the HX20V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L1 and HX20V is 65 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the L1 and HX20V.

Clearly, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The L1 having a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony HX20V will result in extra detail with its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged L1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.