Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH20
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35 Features
37 Overall
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93 Imaging
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Canon SX200 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 (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Released May 2009
- Replacement is Canon SX210 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
- Revealed January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS30
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic FH20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe SX200 IS was launched 7 months prior to the FH20 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX200 IS grades against the FH20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Panasonic FH20
SX200 IS | FH20 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Canon SX200 IS
FH20 | SX200 IS | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | May 2009 | More modern by 7 months |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic FH20
SX200 IS | FH20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX200 IS comes with external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Panasonic FH20 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic FH20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX200 IS compared to the FH20.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and FH20 is 90 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX200 IS and FH20.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH20 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FS30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-05-14 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247 grams (0.54 lb) | 178 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $329 | $179 |