Panasonic FH2 vs Sony A7S

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic FH2 vs Sony A7S, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the A7S (12MP) is very similar but the FH2 (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The FH2 was brought out 4 years before the A7S and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FH2 scores against the A7S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Sony Alpha A7S. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH2 has physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony A7S has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH2 vs Sony A7S in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FH2 and the A7S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and A7S is 96 and 77 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH2 and A7S.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FH2 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic FH2 will deliver extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older FH2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.