Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W620

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH2 versus Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was announced 12 months before the W620 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FH2 scores vs the W620 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 features outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony W620 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH2 versus Sony W620 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FH2 vs the W620.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and W620 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The visual below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH2 and W620.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of files but you should always take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older FH2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.