Panasonic LZ20 vs Ricoh CX4
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Ricoh CX4 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
- Later Model is Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced August 2010
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On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic LZ20 and Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the LZ20 (16MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe LZ20 was manufactured 24 months after the CX4 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the LZ20 grades against the CX4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Ricoh CX4
| LZ20 | CX4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2012 |  | August 2010 | More modern by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Panasonic LZ20
| CX4 | LZ20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ20 and Ricoh CX4
| LZ20 | CX4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | No Touch friendly display |
Panasonic LZ20 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LZ20 enjoys 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) and the Ricoh CX4 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic LZ20 and Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the LZ20 vs the CX4.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LZ20 and CX4 is 71 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ20 and CX4.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ20 to give you more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger LZ20 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Ricoh CX4 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Ricoh CX4 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2012-07-18 | 2010-08-19 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | TFT Screen LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.80 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 499 gr (1.10 pounds) | 205 gr (0.45 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| 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 | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $250 | $211 |