Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic S2

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic FH1 and Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was announced 24 months earlier than the S2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the FH1 matches up against the S2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH1 provides physical measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH1 and Panasonic S2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FH1 vs the S2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH1 and S2 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH1 and S2.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic S2 to render more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older FH1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.