Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FH20
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Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FH20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Launched February 2011
(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
- Released January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS30
Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FH20 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic FH20, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe SX220 HS was released 14 months after the FH20 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX220 HS grades versus the FH20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FH20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Panasonic FH20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Panasonic FH20
SX220 HS | FH20 | |||
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Released | February 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 14 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Canon SX220 HS
FH20 | SX220 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic FH20
SX220 HS | FH20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FH20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Panasonic FH20 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic FH20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS versus the FH20.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and FH20 is 96 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FH20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and FH20.
Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH20 to give more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern SX220 HS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications
Canon SX220 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon SX220 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FS30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-02-07 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 178g (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $399 | $179 |