Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ28 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
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS30
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Released January 2009
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ28, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the FH20 (14MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FH20 was launched 12 months after the FZ28 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FH20 scores versus the FZ28 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Panasonic FZ28
FH20 | FZ28 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Panasonic FH20
FZ28 | FH20 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic FZ28
FH20 | FZ28 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH20 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has sizing of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ28 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FH20 versus the FZ28.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH20 and FZ28 is 93 and 72 respectively.
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH20 and FZ28.
As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FH20 to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern FH20 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS30 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 178 grams (0.39 lb) | 417 grams (0.92 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $179 | $599 |