Canon S100 vs Panasonic FH20

Below, we will be matching up the Canon S100 versus Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S100 (12MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is pretty close but the S100 (1/1.7") and FH20 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The S100 was unveiled 24 months later than the FH20 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S100 grades against the FH20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The full galleries are available at Canon S100 Gallery & Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon S100 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Panasonic FH20 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S100 vs the FH20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and FH20 is 93 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S100 and FH20.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S100 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic FH20 will result in greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher S100 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.