Panasonic ZS20 vs Sony HX50V

Let's look closer at the Panasonic ZS20 vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the ZS20 (14MP) and HX50V (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS20 was brought out 12 months earlier than the HX50V which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ZS20 matches up vs the HX50V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS20 has got physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS20 vs Sony HX50V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the ZS20 and the HX50V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS20 and HX50V is 92 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The image here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS20 and HX50V.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX50V to give extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged ZS20 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.