Panasonic ZS20 vs Samsung SL820

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic ZS20 vs Samsung SL820, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS20 (14MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS20 was brought out 3 years after the SL820 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the ZS20 matches up vs the SL820 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 and Samsung SL820. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS20 features outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung SL820 has sizing of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS20 vs Samsung SL820 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS20 against the SL820.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS20 and SL820 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS20 and SL820.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS20 to resolve greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent ZS20 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.