Panasonic FH2 vs Sony W730

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic FH2 and Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the W730 (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was manufactured 24 months before the W730 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FH2 grades versus the W730 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Sony W730 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH2 comes with outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH2 and Sony W730 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the FH2 and the W730.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and W730 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The visual here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH2 and W730.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony W730 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older FH2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.