Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung GX-20

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung GX-20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the FH1 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH1 was brought out 24 months after the GX-20 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FH1 matches up vs the GX-20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 & Samsung GX-20. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH1 Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH1 provides exterior 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) whilst the Samsung GX-20 has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung GX-20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FH1 and the GX-20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH1 and GX-20 is 95 and 58 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH1 and GX-20.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FH1 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung GX-20 will give greater detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern FH1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.