Panasonic FH1 vs Sony A100

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FH1 vs Sony A100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the A100 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the FH1 (1/2.3") and A100 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

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The FH1 was announced 3 years after the A100 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FH1 scores vs the A100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Sony A100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH1 enjoys external measurements 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 Sony A100 has sizing of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the FH1 and the A100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and A100 is 95 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The picture here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH1 and A100.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FH1 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic FH1 will give you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher FH1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.