Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FH3

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FH3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and FH3 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was unveiled 6 years after the FH3 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX620 HS scores versus the FH3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX620 HS offers outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Panasonic FH3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FH3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX620 HS compared to the FH3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and FH3 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and FH3.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon SX620 HS to show more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.