Panasonic LZ20 vs Sony HX80

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic LZ20 vs Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The LZ20 was brought out 4 years before the HX80 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the LZ20 grades versus the HX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ20 has exterior 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 Sony HX80 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LZ20 vs Sony HX80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the LZ20 and the HX80.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the LZ20 and HX80 is 71 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The graphic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ20 and HX80.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony HX80 to give you more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older LZ20 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.