Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic FZ200

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic FH1 versus Panasonic FZ200, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the FZ200 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was launched 3 years prior to the FZ200 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FH1 scores versus the FZ200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH1 has external dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ200 has dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH1 versus Panasonic FZ200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FH1 versus the FZ200.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and FZ200 is 95 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH1 and FZ200.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.