Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS20

Here is a complete overview of the Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic TS20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The LZ20 was revealed 6 months later than the TS20 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the LZ20 matches up against the TS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ20 enjoys external 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) whilst the Panasonic TS20 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic TS20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the LZ20 versus the TS20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the LZ20 and TS20 is 71 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The graphic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the LZ20 and TS20.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images although you really should factor the age of the products into consideration.