Panasonic FH2 vs Sony TX30
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Panasonic FH2 vs Sony TX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS16
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Introduced July 2013
Panasonic FH2 vs Sony TX30 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FH2 versus Sony TX30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the FH2 (14MP) and TX30 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FH2 was introduced 3 years before the TX30 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FH2 scores versus the TX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH2 vs Sony TX30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Sony TX30
FH2 | TX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Panasonic FH2
TX30 | FH2 | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | January 2011 | Newer by 31 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display size | 3.3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Sharper display (+999k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FH2 and Sony TX30
FH2 | TX30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Panasonic FH2 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH2 comes with external measurements 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 TX30 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FH2 versus Sony TX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FH2 vs the TX30.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and TX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FH2 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and TX30.
As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony TX30 to give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FH2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FH2 vs Sony TX30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH2 vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FS16 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2013-07-26 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3.3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 grams (0.27 pounds) | 141 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $149 | $230 |