Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS10

Lets look closer at the Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The LZ20 was manufactured 2 years later than the TS10 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the LZ20 grades vs the TS10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ20 features physical dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Panasonic TS10 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the LZ20 versus the TS10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the LZ20 and TS10 is 71 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ20 and TS10.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic LZ20 to result in more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher LZ20 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.