Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH20
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Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS30
Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon A2100 IS versus Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe A2100 IS was brought out 10 months earlier than the FH20 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A2100 IS scores versus the FH20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The entire galleries are available at Canon A2100 IS Gallery & Panasonic FH20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Panasonic FH20
A2100 IS | FH20 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Canon A2100 IS
FH20 | A2100 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | February 2009 | More modern by 10 months |
Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Panasonic FH20
A2100 IS | FH20 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A2100 IS has got physical measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Panasonic FH20 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Canon A2100 IS versus Panasonic FH20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the A2100 IS and the FH20.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A2100 IS and FH20 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The image here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A2100 IS and FH20.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH20 to provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged A2100 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FS30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-18 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 lbs) | 178 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $220 | $179 |