Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic SZ1

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic SZ1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The LZ20 was revealed 7 months after the SZ1 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the LZ20 grades versus the SZ1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic LZ20 has outside measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic SZ1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the LZ20 against the SZ1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the LZ20 and SZ1 is 71 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specs. The picture below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ20 and SZ1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger LZ20 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.