Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic FH3
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Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Released April 2013
- Replaced the Fujifilm X10
- Updated by Fujifilm X30
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic FH3 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X20 versus Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and FH3 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm X20 was launched 3 years after the FH3 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X20 grades vs the FH3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic FH3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Panasonic FH3
Fujifilm X20 | FH3 | |||
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Introduced | April 2013 | January 2010 | Newer by 41 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 2.8" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.1") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Fujifilm X20
FH3 | Fujifilm X20 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X20 and Panasonic FH3
Fujifilm X20 | FH3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X20 comes with exterior dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Panasonic FH3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X20 versus Panasonic FH3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X20 versus the FH3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and FH3 is 83 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The image below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X20 and FH3.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic FH3 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X20 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications
Fujifilm X20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FS11 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-04-29 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/1000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 353g (0.78 pounds) | 165g (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $500 | $160 |