Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FH20
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Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Launched August 2010
- Updated by Canon SX150 IS
(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
- Released January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS30
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FH20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The SX130 IS was brought out 8 months later than the FH20 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX130 IS scores against the FH20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Panasonic FH20
SX130 IS | FH20 | |||
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Released | August 2010 | January 2010 | Fresher by 8 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Canon SX130 IS
FH20 | SX130 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Panasonic FH20
SX130 IS | FH20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX130 IS has got outside measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Panasonic FH20 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FH20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX130 IS against the FH20.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and FH20 is 85 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX130 IS and FH20.
Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH20 to show greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher SX130 IS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-08-19 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 308 gr (0.68 lbs) | 178 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $250 | $179 |