Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W370
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Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W370 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
- Announced January 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS16
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Launched January 2010

Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W370 Overview
Following is a in depth review of the Panasonic FH2 versus Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FH2 was launched 13 months after the W370 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FH2 scores against the W370 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W370 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Sony W370
FH2 | W370 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Panasonic FH2
W370 | FH2 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH2 and Sony W370
FH2 | W370 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH2 provides physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony W370 has sizing of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FH2 versus Sony W370 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the FH2 versus the W370.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and W370 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The image underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH2 and W370.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer FH2 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS16 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) | 179 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $149 | $230 |