Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
71 Imaging
39 Features
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90 Imaging
39 Features
55 Overall
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 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
- Released July 2012
- Refreshed by Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Additionally referred to as Wi-Fi

Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic LZ20 and Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The LZ20 was released 7 months before the Galaxy Camera which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the LZ20 grades against the Galaxy Camera in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
LZ20 | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Panasonic LZ20
Galaxy Camera | LZ20 | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | ![]() | July 2012 | Newer by 7 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ20 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
LZ20 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic LZ20 provides physical 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic LZ20 and Samsung Galaxy Camera in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the LZ20 against the Galaxy Camera.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LZ20 and Galaxy Camera is 71 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The pic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ20 and Galaxy Camera.
As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged LZ20 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Also Known as | - | Wi-Fi |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-07-18 | 2013-02-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT Screen LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 499 gr (1.10 pounds) | 300 gr (0.66 pounds) |
Dimensions | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $250 | $450 |