Panasonic FH2 vs Sony H50

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FH2 vs Sony H50, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FH2 (14MP) and H50 (9MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was unveiled 24 months later than the H50 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the FH2 grades versus the H50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH2 features physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony H50 has dimensions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") along with a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FH2 versus the H50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and H50 is 96 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH2 and H50.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FH2 to deliver greater detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger FH2 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.