Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W230
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Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS16
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2009

Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W230 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FH2 was revealed 23 months later than the W230 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FH2 matches up vs the W230 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W230 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Sony W230
FH2 | W230 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Panasonic FH2
W230 | FH2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH2 and Sony W230
FH2 | W230 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH2 has got exterior dimensions 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 W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W230 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FH2 versus the W230.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and W230 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH2 and W230.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH2 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger FH2 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS16 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) | 156 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $149 | $180 |