Canon A1100 IS vs Panasonic FH1

Its time to look much closer at the Canon A1100 IS and Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A1100 IS (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1100 IS was unveiled 10 months earlier than the FH1 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the A1100 IS matches up vs the FH1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1100 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The full galleries are available at Canon A1100 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon A1100 IS provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

See the Canon A1100 IS and Panasonic FH1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the A1100 IS compared to the FH1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A1100 IS and FH1 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The image here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A1100 IS and FH1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files although you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged A1100 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.