Panasonic SZ3 vs Sony HX20V

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic SZ3 vs Sony HX20V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was announced 6 months later than the HX20V and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SZ3 grades versus the HX20V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ3 has got outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has specifications 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SZ3 vs the HX20V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ3 and HX20V is 96 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ3 and HX20V.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX20V to offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.