Canon S120 vs Panasonic FH20

In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon S120 vs Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the S120 (1/1.7") and FH20 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The S120 was brought out 3 years later than the FH20 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S120 grades versus the FH20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon S120 Gallery & Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon S120 provides outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Panasonic FH20 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S120 against the FH20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S120 and FH20 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S120 and FH20.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S120 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic FH20 will show extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern S120 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.