Panasonic FH20 vs Sigma fp L

Here is a in depth review of the Panasonic FH20 versus Sigma fp L, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the FH20 (14MP) and fp L (61MP) and the FH20 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FH20 was revealed 12 years earlier than the fp L and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FH20 matches up vs the fp L in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Sigma fp L. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH20 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH20 versus Sigma fp L in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FH20 vs the fp L.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and fp L is 93 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH20 and fp L.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FH20 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sigma fp L will give more detail because of its extra 47 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older FH20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.