Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax XG-1

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic LZ20 versus Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The LZ20 was unveiled 24 months before the XG-1 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the LZ20 matches up against the XG-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 & Pentax XG-1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ20 enjoys exterior measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Pentax XG-1 has dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the LZ20 compared to the XG-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LZ20 and XG-1 is 71 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ20 and XG-1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs although you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged LZ20 is going to be behind in sensor technology.