Panasonic ZS20 vs Sony W230

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic ZS20 and Sony W230, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS20 (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS20 was revealed 3 years after the W230 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ZS20 grades against the W230 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS20 has outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS20 compared to the W230.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS20 and W230 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS20 and W230.

All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS20 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent ZS20 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.