Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FH1

Below is a detailed assessment of the Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FH1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was released 14 months later than the FH1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX220 HS scores vs the FH1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon SX220 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS comes with outside dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FH1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX220 HS against the FH1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and FH1 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The graphic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and FH1.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files though you will need to take the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SX220 HS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.