Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH20

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was brought out 20 months later than the FH20 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S6200 matches up versus the FH20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6200 Gallery & Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6200 has got outside measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic FH20 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S6200 against the FH20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6200 and FH20 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S6200 and FH20.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon S6200 to give you more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent S6200 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.