Panasonic FH20 vs Sony A7S II

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH20 vs Sony A7S II, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the A7S II (12MP) is fairly close but the FH20 (1/2.3") and A7S II (Full frame) provide totally different sensor size.

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The FH20 was released 6 years earlier than the A7S II and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FH20 grades versus the A7S II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Sony Alpha A7S II. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH20 provides external 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 Sony A7S II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH20 vs Sony A7S II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FH20 versus the A7S II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH20 and A7S II is 93 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The visual below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH20 and A7S II.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FH20 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic FH20 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older FH20 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.