Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic FH20

On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X10 and Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and FH20 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X10 was announced 2 years after the FH20 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X10 grades against the FH20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X10 Gallery and Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X10 enjoys outer dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH20 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X10 and Panasonic FH20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X10 and the FH20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X10 and FH20 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The image here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X10 and FH20.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X10 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic FH20 will result in extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X10 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.