Canon G15 vs Panasonic FH2
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Canon G15 vs Panasonic FH2 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS16
Canon G15 vs Panasonic FH2 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Canon G15 vs Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is relatively close but the G15 (1/1.7") and FH2 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe G15 was launched 21 months later than the FH2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the G15 matches up versus the FH2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon G15 vs Panasonic FH2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The complete galleries are available at Canon G15 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G15 over the Panasonic FH2
G15 | FH2 | |||
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Revealed | September 2012 | January 2011 | Fresher by 21 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Canon G15
FH2 | G15 |
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Common features in the Canon G15 and Panasonic FH2
G15 | FH2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon G15 vs Panasonic FH2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon G15 features outer dimensions of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH2 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check out the Canon G15 vs Panasonic FH2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the G15 compared to the FH2.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G15 and FH2 is 86 and 96 respectively.
Canon G15 vs Panasonic FH2 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G15 and FH2.
As you can tell, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G15 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FH2 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger G15 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon G15 vs Panasonic FH2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot G15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FS16 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 5 | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT PureColor II G LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 352 grams (0.78 pounds) | 121 grams (0.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 76 x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 46 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 165 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 270 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-10L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $499 | $149 |