Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH20/Panasonic-FH20-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580/Panasonic-FX580-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The FH20 was launched 12 months after the FX580 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FH20 grades vs the FX580 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Panasonic FX580
FH20 | FX580 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Panasonic FH20
FX580 | FH20 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic FX580
FH20 | FX580 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH20 enjoys outside dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX580 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic FX580 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FH20 and the FX580.
![Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 size comparison Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH20-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and FX580 is 93 and 95 respectively.
![Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 top view buttons comparison Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH20-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH20 and FX580.
As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH20 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The newer FH20 will have an advantage in sensor technology.
![Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 sensor size comparison Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH20-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH20-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-FS30 | Lumix DMC-FX550 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 178 grams (0.39 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $179 | $499 |