Panasonic ZS20 vs Sony H300

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic ZS20 and Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the ZS20 (14MP) and H300 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS20 was unveiled 21 months before the H300 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the ZS20 grades versus the H300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS20 features outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony H300 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS20 and Sony H300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS20 compared to the H300.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS20 and H300 is 92 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS20 and H300.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony H300 to give you more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older ZS20 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.