Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax K20D

Following is a extended overview of the Panasonic FH2 versus Pentax K20D, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the K20D (15MP) is fairly close but the FH2 (1/2.3") and K20D (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH2 was announced 2 years after the K20D which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FH2 matches up vs the K20D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Pentax K20D. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Pentax K20D Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH2 features outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Pentax K20D has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH2 versus Pentax K20D in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FH2 compared to the K20D.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and K20D is 96 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The image here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH2 and K20D.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FH2 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Pentax K20D will result in greater detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher FH2 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.