Panasonic LZ20 vs Sony H300

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic LZ20 vs Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the H300 (20MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The LZ20 was unveiled 19 months before the H300 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the LZ20 grades versus the H300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ20 has got outside dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony H300 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LZ20 vs Sony H300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the LZ20 versus the H300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the LZ20 and H300 is 71 and 63 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ20 and H300.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony H300 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older LZ20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.