Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic FH20

Below is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Panasonic FH20, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and FH20 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was unveiled 5 years later than the FH20 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T1 IR being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR grades vs the FH20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery and Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR offers exterior measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Panasonic FH20 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Panasonic FH20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs the FH20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and FH20 is 79 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and FH20.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR will offer you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T1 IR should have an edge in sensor tech.