Panasonic FH2 vs Sony WX220

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH2 vs Sony WX220, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the FH2 (14MP) and WX220 (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was introduced 4 years before the WX220 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FH2 scores against the WX220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH2 has got physical 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) whilst the Sony WX220 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the FH2 vs the WX220.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and WX220 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and WX220.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony WX220 to offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FH2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.