Panasonic FH1 vs Sony H200
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Panasonic FH1 vs Sony H200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS10
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-633mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 530g - 123 x 83 x 87mm
- Released January 2013
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On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic FH1 and Sony H200, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and H200 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FH1 was unveiled 4 years before the H200 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the FH1 matches up versus the H200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH1 Gallery & Sony H200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Sony H200
| FH1 | H200 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony H200 over the Panasonic FH1
| H200 | FH1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | January 2010 | More recent by 36 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH1 and Sony H200
| FH1 | H200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic FH1 vs Sony H200 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH1 enjoys outer 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 Sony H200 has specifications of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FH1 compared to the H200.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and H200 is 95 and 67 respectively.
Panasonic FH1 vs Sony H200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH1 and H200.
Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony H200 to deliver more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older FH1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FH1 vs Sony H200 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 |
| Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS10 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2013-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 2920 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-633mm (26.4x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 20cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | - | ClearPhoto LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.80 m | 6.80 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 163 grams (0.36 pounds) | 530 grams (1.17 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 123 x 83 x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 240 pictures |
| Battery type | - | AA |
| Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $150 | $250 |