Panasonic FH2 vs Sony HX80

Lets look closer at the Panasonic FH2 vs Sony HX80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the FH2 (14MP) and HX80 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was brought out 6 years prior to the HX80 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the FH2 grades versus the HX80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH2 has got outside measurements 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 Sony HX80 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH2 vs Sony HX80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FH2 against the HX80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and HX80 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and HX80.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX80 to give more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged FH2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.