Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic SZ10
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic SZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Revealed July 2012
- Updated by Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Announced January 2015
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic SZ10 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe LZ20 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the SZ10 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the LZ20 grades vs the SZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic SZ10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Panasonic SZ10
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Panasonic LZ20
SZ10 | LZ20 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | July 2012 | More recent by 30 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic SZ10
LZ20 | SZ10 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic SZ10 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ20 has exterior measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic SZ10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the LZ20 vs the SZ10.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the LZ20 and SZ10 is 71 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic SZ10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ20 and SZ10.
As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you should really take the production date of the products into consideration. The older LZ20 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic SZ10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-07-18 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.4fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m | 5.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 499g (1.10 lb) | 177g (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | 200 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $250 | $200 |