Panasonic LZ20 vs Sony HX1

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.