Canon SX120 IS vs Panasonic FH10

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SX120 IS and Panasonic FH10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and FH10 (16MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and FH10 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The SX120 IS was revealed 4 years before the FH10 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX120 IS grades vs the FH10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH10 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX120 IS has got outside measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Panasonic FH10 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Check the Canon SX120 IS and Panasonic FH10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SX120 IS compared to the FH10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX120 IS and FH10 is 87 and 97 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The picture below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX120 IS and FH10.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX120 IS having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FH10 will give you extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.