Panasonic S2 vs Sony HX20V

Here is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic S2 and Sony HX20V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the S2 (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S2 was unveiled 6 months prior to the HX20V which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S2 matches up versus the HX20V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S2 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic S2 comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S2 vs the HX20V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2 and HX20V is 96 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S2 and HX20V.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony HX20V to offer greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.