Panasonic FH20 vs Sigma SD10

Here is a extended overview of the Panasonic FH20 versus Sigma SD10, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the FH20 (14MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the FH20 (1/2.3") and SD10 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH20 was revealed 5 years later than the SD10 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FH20 matches up versus the SD10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Sigma SD10. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Sigma SD10 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH20 has outside dimensions 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 Sigma SD10 has measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FH20 vs the SD10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and SD10 is 93 and 54 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH20 and SD10.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FH20 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FH20 will produce extra detail because of its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer FH20 will have an advantage in sensor tech.