Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung GX-20
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Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS16
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Revealed January 2008
- Older Model is Samsung GX-10
Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FH2 and Samsung GX-20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is very comparable but the FH2 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FH2 was manufactured 2 years later than the GX-20 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FH2 scores versus the GX-20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Samsung GX-20. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Samsung GX-20
FH2 | GX-20 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2008 | Fresher by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Panasonic FH2
GX-20 | FH2 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FH2 and Samsung GX-20
FH2 | GX-20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH2 features outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-20 has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FH2 and Samsung GX-20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FH2 versus the GX-20.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and GX-20 is 96 and 58 respectively.
Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FH2 and GX-20.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FH2 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung GX-20 will produce extra detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer FH2 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Samsung GX-20 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FS16 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2008-01-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4688 x 3120 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lb) | 800 gr (1.76 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 714 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $149 | $850 |