Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH2

In this article, we are looking at the Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was manufactured 18 months after the FH2 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX260 HS grades vs the FH2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX260 HS has got outer measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic FH2 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX260 HS and the FH2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and FH2 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and FH2.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH2 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The newer SX260 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.