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Panasonic FH1 vs Sony HX20V

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V front
Portability
90
Imaging
42
Features
50
Overall
45

Panasonic FH1 vs Sony HX20V Key Specs

Panasonic FH1
(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
  • Released January 2010
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS10
Sony HX20V
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
  • Introduced July 2012
  • Old Model is Sony HX10V
  • Replacement is Sony HX30V
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Panasonic FH1 vs Sony HX20V Overview

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH1 versus Sony HX20V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and HX20V (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was manufactured 3 years prior to the HX20V which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FH1 matches up against the HX20V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Sony HX20V

 FH1 HX20V 

Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Panasonic FH1

 HX20V FH1 
IntroducedJuly 2012January 2010More modern by 30 months
Manual focus Very precise focusing
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution922k230kClearer screen (+692k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic FH1 and Sony HX20V

 FH1 HX20V 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Panasonic FH1 vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH1 features physical measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH1 versus Sony HX20V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH1 compared to the HX20V.

Panasonic FH1 vs Sony HX20V size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and HX20V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic FH1 vs Sony HX20V top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FH1 vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH1 and HX20V.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX20V to offer extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged FH1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FH1 vs Sony HX20V sensor size comparison

Panasonic FH1 vs Sony HX20V Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FH1 vs Sony HX20V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic FH1
Portrait photography with Sony HX20V
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
45
manual focus
resolution is good (18 megapixels)
includes face detect focusing
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FH1 as a Street photography camera
Sony HX20V as a Street photography camera
57
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (254g)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FH1 Sports photography advice
Sony HX20V Sports photography advice
25
image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
49
incredible zoom range (25-500mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (18MP)
includes tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FH1 Travel photography features
Sony HX20V Travel photography features
58
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
69
lighter than competitors in class (254g)
resolution is good (18 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (25mm)
long reach (500mm)
lack of Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic FH1
Landscape photography with Sony HX20V
32
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
50
manual focus
relatively wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (18 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FH1 Vlogging information
Sony HX20V Vlogging information
29
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone jack
34
relatively wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors in class (254 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of microphone socket
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Panasonic FH1 vs Sony HX20V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FH1 and Sony HX20V
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Sony
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V
Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS10 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2010-01-06 2012-07-20
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 18MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4896 x 3672
Highest native ISO 6400 12800
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-500mm (20.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-6.9 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focusing distance 5cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 922 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech - XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate 6.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 6.80 m 7.10 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 163 grams (0.36 pounds) 254 grams (0.56 pounds)
Dimensions 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 320 photographs
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BG1
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/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $150 $397