Canon SX160 IS vs Panasonic FH2

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX160 IS versus Panasonic FH2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was introduced 2 years later than the FH2 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX160 IS matches up vs the FH2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX160 IS has exterior dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Panasonic FH2 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX160 IS versus Panasonic FH2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SX160 IS vs the FH2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and FH2 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX160 IS and FH2.

Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX160 IS to provide greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX160 IS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.