Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic ZS20

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic LF1 and Panasonic ZS20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the LF1 (1/1.7") and ZS20 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The LF1 was announced 20 months after the ZS20 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the LF1 scores versus the ZS20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LF1 features external measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS20 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the LF1 and the ZS20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the LF1 and ZS20 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the LF1 and ZS20.

Clearly, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The LF1 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS20 will show extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern LF1 will have an advantage in sensor tech.