Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic SZ8

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic FH2 and Panasonic SZ8, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was released 4 years before the SZ8 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FH2 grades against the SZ8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH2 features external 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 SZ8 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FH2 vs the SZ8.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and SZ8 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH2 and SZ8.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic SZ8 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged FH2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.