Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony H20

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic ZS1 versus Sony H20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS1 (10MP) and the H20 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the ZS1 (1/2.5") and H20 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The ZS1 was revealed within a month of the H20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the ZS1 scores vs the H20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS1 features outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony H20 has proportions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS1 versus Sony H20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS1 versus the H20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS1 and H20 is 91 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The visual here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS1 and H20.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The ZS1 features the smaller sensor which will make getting bokeh tougher.