Panasonic FH1 vs Sony W330
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Panasonic FH1 vs Sony W330 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
- Revealed January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS10
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Released January 2010
Panasonic FH1 vs Sony W330 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic FH1 versus Sony W330, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the W330 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FH1 was revealed within a month of the W330 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FH1 matches up versus the W330 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FH1 vs Sony W330 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH1 Gallery & Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Sony W330
FH1 | W330 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Panasonic FH1
W330 | FH1 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH1 and Sony W330
FH1 | W330 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | January 2010 | Same age | |
Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Panasonic FH1 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH1 features outer measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony W330 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Panasonic FH1 versus Sony W330 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FH1 and the W330.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH1 and W330 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FH1 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The picture below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH1 and W330.
Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony W330 to result in more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.
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Panasonic FH1 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS10 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 163 gr (0.36 lb) | 128 gr (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $150 | $170 |