Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic FH8

Here is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and FH8 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and FH8 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X20 was introduced 16 months later than the FH8 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X20 matches up against the FH8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X20 comes with outer dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Panasonic FH8 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X20 vs Panasonic FH8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X20 versus the FH8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and FH8 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X20 and FH8.

Clearly, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X20 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FH8 will deliver greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X20 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.