Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony H20
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony H20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Launched July 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Revealed May 2009
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Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the SZ5 (14MP) and H20 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SZ5 was unveiled 3 years after the H20 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the SZ5 matches up vs the H20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Sony H20
| SZ5 | H20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2012 |  | May 2009 | More modern by 39 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Panasonic SZ5
| H20 | SZ5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ5 and Sony H20
| SZ5 | H20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ5 comes with outside dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Sony H20 has measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony H20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ5 compared to the H20.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ5 and H20 is 95 and 87 respectively.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ5 and H20.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic SZ5 to give more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher SZ5 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony H20 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2012-07-18 | 2009-05-14 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-4.4 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 2cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | TFT Screen LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.60 m | 7.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4 | - |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 136g (0.30 lb) | 250g (0.55 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 250 photographs | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $195 | $249 |
