Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W650

Following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic FH2 versus Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the W650 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was brought out 12 months earlier than the W650 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FH2 grades vs the W650 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to think about 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") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony W650 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FH2 versus the W650.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and W650 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The picture below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH2 and W650.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony W650 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged FH2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.