Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic SZ7

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was announced 24 months prior to the SZ7 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FH20 scores vs the SZ7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH20 provides outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic SZ7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FH20 and the SZ7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH20 and SZ7 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The pic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and SZ7.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.