Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon D20 and Panasonic ZS8 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon D20 has external dimensions of 112 x 71 x 28 mm (4.41 x 2.8 x 1.1″) and weighs 228 g (0.50 lb / 8.04 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS8 has external dimensions of 105 x 58 x 33 mm (4.13 x 2.28 x 1.3″) and weighs 210 g (0.46 lb / 7.41 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon D20 and the Panasonic ZS8. Panasonic ZS8 is 7mm narrower and 13mm shorter than Canon D20 but it is also 5mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon D20 and Panasonic ZS8.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon D20 and Panasonic ZS8.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS8 is 18g lighter than the Canon D20 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the D20, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the ZS8.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon D20 and Panasonic ZS8's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.