Panasonic FH2 vs Sony HX20V

Lets look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FH2 and Sony HX20V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the FH2 (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was manufactured 18 months before the HX20V making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FH2 grades versus the HX20V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH2 features outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH2 and Sony HX20V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH2 against the HX20V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and HX20V is 96 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The picture below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and HX20V.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony HX20V to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged FH2 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.