Panasonic ZS20 vs Panasonic ZS50

Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic ZS20 versus Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the ZS20 (14MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS20 was revealed 3 years prior to the ZS50 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ZS20 matches up against the ZS50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS20 provides outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS20 versus Panasonic ZS50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS20 versus the ZS50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS20 and ZS50 is 92 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS20 and ZS50.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS20 to show more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged ZS20 will be behind in sensor tech.