Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FZ300

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").

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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.

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.

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.

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.