Panasonic LZ20 vs Sony HX1
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Sony HX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Announced July 2012
- Replacement is Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Introduced April 2009
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Lets look a little more in depth at the Panasonic LZ20 and Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the LZ20 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the LZ20 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe LZ20 was brought out 3 years after the HX1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the LZ20 grades vs the HX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Sony HX1
| LZ20 | HX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2012 |  | April 2009 | More modern by 40 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Panasonic LZ20
| HX1 | LZ20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ20 and Sony HX1
| LZ20 | HX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither has Touch display |
Panasonic LZ20 vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ20 has physical measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has specifications of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic LZ20 and Sony HX1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the LZ20 vs the HX1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the LZ20 and HX1 is 71 and 67 respectively.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ20 and HX1.
Plainly, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LZ20 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic LZ20 will show more detail having its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher LZ20 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Sony HX1 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2012-07-18 | 2009-04-22 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/2.8-5.2 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | TFT Screen LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.80 m | 9.20 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1440x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 499g (1.10 pounds) | 544g (1.20 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 380 photos | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $250 | $47,999 |