Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax VS20

Following is a extended overview of the Panasonic LX7 and Pentax VS20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the LX7 (10MP) and VS20 (16MP) and the LX7 (1/1.7") and VS20 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The LX7 was launched 9 months after the VS20 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the LX7 scores vs the VS20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 and Pentax Optio VS20. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LX7 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX7 offers physical dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Pentax VS20 has proportions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LX7 and Pentax VS20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the LX7 against the VS20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX7 and VS20 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the LX7 and VS20.

To sum up, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX7 due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Pentax VS20 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer LX7 will have an edge in sensor tech.