Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic FH1

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm X20 and Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and FH1 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X20 was brought out 3 years after the FH1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X20 scores versus the FH1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X20 Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X20 has got outside measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Panasonic FH1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X20 and Panasonic FH1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X20 versus the FH1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and FH1 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X20 and FH1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X20 has the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier. The fresher Fujifilm X20 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.