Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax K-S1

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic LZ20 versus Pentax K-S1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the K-S1 (20MP) is pretty close but the LZ20 (1/2.3") and K-S1 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The LZ20 was launched 3 years prior to the K-S1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the LZ20 scores vs the K-S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 & Pentax K-S1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery & Pentax K-S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic LZ20 has external dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Pentax K-S1 has sizing of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LZ20 versus Pentax K-S1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the LZ20 and the K-S1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the LZ20 and K-S1 is 71 and 69 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the LZ20 and K-S1.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LZ20 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Pentax K-S1 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older LZ20 will be behind in sensor innovation.