Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic SZ10

The following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic FH2 versus Panasonic SZ10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was manufactured 5 years before the SZ10 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the FH2 scores against the SZ10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH2 offers outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH2 versus Panasonic SZ10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the FH2 versus the SZ10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and SZ10 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH2 and SZ10.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ10 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged FH2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.