Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic FH2

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH1 versus Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was brought out 12 months prior to the FH2 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FH1 scores vs the FH2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH1 Gallery & Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH1 has got outer dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH2 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the FH1 vs the FH2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and FH2 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH1 and FH2.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic FH2 to give greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older FH1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.