Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FH1
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Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Announced May 2016
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS10
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FH1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and FH1 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SX620 HS was announced 6 years after the FH1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the SX620 HS matches up versus the FH1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Panasonic FH1
SX620 HS | FH1 | |||
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Launched | May 2016 | January 2010 | More modern by 78 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Canon SX620 HS
FH1 | SX620 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Panasonic FH1
SX620 HS | FH1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX620 HS enjoys outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FH1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX620 HS vs the FH1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX620 HS and FH1 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX620 HS and FH1.
Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX620 HS to show greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX620 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2016-05-10 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.5 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182g (0.40 pounds) | 163g (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 life | 295 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $279 | $150 |