Reasons to choose Lumix DMC-LC20
Released in 2002, Lumix DMC-LC20 has about 21 mm² of sensor area, 1.9 MP effective resolution, and a 250 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC20
vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC33
VS
Sensor area
21 mm²
Lumix DMC-LC2025 mm²
Lumix DMC-LC33- Area ratio
- 1.17:1
- Absolute difference
- 4 mm²
- Relative difference
- 16.5%
The Lumix DMC-LC33 has the larger sensor area. More area usually means greater light-gathering potential, though real image quality still depends on sensor architecture and generation.
These cameras were released 1 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Lumix DMC-LC20MetricLumix DMC-LC33
1.9 MPEffective pixels3.1 MP
5.33 × 4Sensor5.75 × 4.32
3.35 µmPixel pitch2.83 µm
11.22 µm²Pixel area8.01 µm²
8.91 MP/cm²Pixel density12.48 MP/cm²
6.49Crop factor6.02
—Maximum video—
250 gWeight215 g
MultiMedia, Secure DigitalStorageMultiMedia, Secure Digital
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)BatteryAA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Lumix DMC-LC33 has the larger sensor area. The Lumix DMC-LC33 has the lighter body. The Lumix DMC-LC33 has the higher effective resolution. The Lumix DMC-LC33 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Lumix DMC-LC33
Released in 2003, Lumix DMC-LC33 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 3.1 MP effective resolution, and a 215 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.