| General | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| Model | Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Lumix DC-ZS70 |
| Predecessor Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 |
| Successor Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 |
| Camera Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | Standard Compact | Standard Compact |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.33-inch | 1/2.3-inch |
| Sensor Dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56 mm | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
| Total Pixels | 15.3 Megapixel | 21.1 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 14.1 Megapixel | 20.3 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 6,400 | 80 - 3,200 |
| Boosted ISO Range | 80 - 6,400 |
| Photo | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Venus Engine | |
| Max Image Resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Other Resolutions | 4320 x 3240, 4320 x 2880, 4320 x 2432, 3648 x 2736, 3648 x 2432, 3648 x 2056, 3232 x 3232,3072 x 2048, 3072 x 2304, 3072 x 1728, 2736 x 2736, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1712, 2560 x 1440, 2304 x 2304, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1920, 1920 x 1080, 1536 x 1536, 640 x 480, 640 x 424, 640 x 360, 480 x 480 | |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 | |
| Image File Format | JPEG, RAW | |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, Standard | |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| White Balance | Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade, White Set 1, White Set 2, White Set 3, White Set 4 | |
| WB Bracketing |
| Focus | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Center Tracking Continuous Touch Live View | |
| Number of Focus Points | 23 | 49 |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 0 | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 4.3 - 129 mm | |
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 24 - 480 mm | 24 - 720 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 20x | 30x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.3 - 6.4 | f/3.3 - 6.4 |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 50 cm | |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 3 cm | 3 cm |
| Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Tilting |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 460k dot | 1,040k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View |
| Viewfinder | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Electronic | |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.46x | |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 1,166k dot |
| Shutter | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 15 sec | 4 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/2000 sec | 1/2000 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) | 1/16000 sec | |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 10.0 fps | 10.0 fps |
| Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/buffer | Up to 10 fps at 20.3 MP Up to 30 fps at 8 MP |
| Flash | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto On Off Red-eye Slow Syncro | Auto Auto/Red-Eye Reduction Forced On Forced On/Red-Eye Reduction Off Slow Sync Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction |
| Flash Range | 6.40 m | |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection |
| Exposure | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) | ±4 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | ±1 (3 frames at 1/3 EV, 1 EV increments) |
| Video | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Internal Recording Modes | AVCHD/MP4 UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 29.97 fps 1920 x 1080p at 29.97/59.94 fps 1920 x 1080i at 59.94 fps 1280 x 720 at 29.97 fps 640 x 480 at 240 fps | |
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio I/O | No | |
| Power I/O | 1 x Micro-USB Input | |
| Other I/O | 1 x Micro-USB (USB 2.0) Data Output (Shared with Power Input) | |
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | ||
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Stereo | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output |
| Connectivity | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Mobile App Compatible | *As of May, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
| Environmental | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28 mm (4.13 x 2.32 x 1.1") | 112 x 67 x 41 mm (4.41 x 2.64 x 1.61") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz) | 322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 5.5 x 6.2 x 1.9" | 5.3 x 5.05 x 2.65" |
| Package Weight | 1.125 lb |
| Power and Storage | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | 260 shots | 240 shots |
| Internal Storage | 12 MB | |
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Other | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System |
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