Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax Q7

In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax Q7, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the LZ20 (16MP) and Q7 (12MP) and the LZ20 (1/2.3") and Q7 (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The LZ20 was manufactured 12 months earlier than the Q7 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the LZ20 scores against the Q7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 & Pentax Q7. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery & Pentax Q7 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ20 features outer dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Pentax Q7 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax Q7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the LZ20 against the Q7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LZ20 and Q7 is 71 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the LZ20 and Q7.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LZ20 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Panasonic LZ20 will show greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older LZ20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.