Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic LX100

Lets look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic LX100, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the LX100 (13MP) is very comparable but the FH20 (1/2.3") and LX100 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH20 was released 5 years prior to the LX100 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FH20 scores versus the LX100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Panasonic LX100 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH20 has 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 LX100 has specifications of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") along with a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH20 versus the LX100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH20 and LX100 is 93 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH20 and LX100.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FH20 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic FH20 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older FH20 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.