Panasonic FH2 vs Sony A7R III

Following is a in depth review of the Panasonic FH2 versus Sony A7R III, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the FH2 (14MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the FH2 (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The FH2 was revealed 7 years prior to the A7R III which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FH2 grades against the A7R III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Sony Alpha A7R III. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Sony A7R III Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH2 provides outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R III has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FH2 compared to the A7R III.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and A7R III is 96 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The pic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and A7R III.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FH2 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony A7R III will provide extra detail because of its extra 28MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged FH2 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.