Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W220

Here is a complete analysis of the Panasonic FH2 and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was introduced 2 years later than the W220 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FH2 scores versus the W220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH2 comes with outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH2 and Sony W220 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FH2 and the W220.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and W220 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The visual below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and W220.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH2 to provide greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern FH2 should have a benefit in sensor technology.