Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Here is a in depth overview of the Panasonic LZ20 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The LZ20 was launched 17 months before the Galaxy Camera 2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the LZ20 grades against the Galaxy Camera 2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ20 offers external measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the LZ20 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the LZ20 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 71 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ20 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older LZ20 will be behind in sensor technology.