Panasonic ZS60 vs Pentax K20D

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic ZS60 and Pentax K20D, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS60 (18MP) and the K20D (15MP) is relatively similar but the ZS60 (1/2.3") and K20D (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The ZS60 was launched 7 years later than the K20D and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the ZS60 matches up against the K20D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 & Pentax K20D. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery & Pentax K20D Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS60 features outer measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Pentax K20D has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the ZS60 and the K20D.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS60 and K20D is 88 and 59 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS60 and K20D.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ZS60 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic ZS60 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher ZS60 provides an edge in sensor tech.