Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic S2

The following is a in-depth review of the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the S2 (14MP) is very close and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was revealed 24 months prior to the S2 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FH20 scores vs the S2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH20 has outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic S2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH20 against the S2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH20 and S2 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The picture here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH20 and S2.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH20 will be behind in sensor tech.