Panasonic FH20 vs Samsung EX2F
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Panasonic FH20 vs Samsung EX2F 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
- Launched January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Announced December 2012
Panasonic FH20 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FH20 and Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively similar but the FH20 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FH20 was introduced 3 years earlier than the EX2F and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FH20 matches up versus the EX2F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FH20 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Samsung EX2F
FH20 | EX2F | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Panasonic FH20
EX2F | FH20 | |||
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Announced | December 2012 | January 2010 | Fresher by 35 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic FH20 and Samsung EX2F
FH20 | EX2F | |||
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Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Panasonic FH20 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH20 enjoys outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FH20 and Samsung EX2F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the FH20 and the EX2F.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH20 and EX2F is 93 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic FH20 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The photograph here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and EX2F.
To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FH20 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic FH20 will offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older FH20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FH20 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Samsung EX2F |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FS30 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2012-12-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 178 grams (0.39 lbs) | 294 grams (0.65 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 48 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $179 | $478 |