Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FX78

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was manufactured 12 months prior to the FX78 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the FH20 matches up versus the FX78 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH20 comes with outer dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic FX78 has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic FX78 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the FH20 versus the FX78.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH20 and FX78 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH20 and FX78.

All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FH20 to render more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older FH20 will be behind in sensor technology.