Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic ZS10
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic ZS10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Successor is Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Launched January 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe LZ20 was introduced 18 months later than the ZS10 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the LZ20 scores against the ZS10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic ZS10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Panasonic ZS10
LZ20 | ZS10 | |||
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Launched | July 2012 | January 2011 | More recent by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Panasonic LZ20
ZS10 | LZ20 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic ZS10
LZ20 | ZS10 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LZ20 has got external dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS10 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
See the Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic ZS10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the LZ20 and the ZS10.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the LZ20 and ZS10 is 71 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ20 and ZS10.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic LZ20 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher LZ20 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-07-18 | 2011-01-25 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 499 grams (1.10 lb) | 219 grams (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | 260 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $250 | $350 |