Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ300
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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ300 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
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 691g - 132 x 92 x 117mm
- Revealed July 2015
- Replaced the Panasonic FZ200

Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ300 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH20 versus Panasonic FZ300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FH20 was brought out 6 years earlier than the FZ300 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FH20 scores versus the FZ300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Panasonic FZ300
FH20 | FZ300 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ300 over the Panasonic FH20
FZ300 | FH20 | |||
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Revealed | July 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 67 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic FZ300
FH20 | FZ300 |
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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ300 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH20 offers external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ300 has specifications of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") having a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).
See the Panasonic FH20 versus Panasonic FZ300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FH20 and the FZ300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH20 and FZ300 is 93 and 59 respectively.

Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ300 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The pic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and FZ300.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH20 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged FH20 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ300 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS30 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2015-07-16 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) | 8.80 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 178 grams (0.39 pounds) | 691 grams (1.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 132 x 92 x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 380 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $179 | $598 |