Panasonic FH20 vs Sony A350

The following is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FH20 versus Sony A350, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the A350 (14MP) is pretty close but the FH20 (1/2.3") and A350 (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

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The FH20 was launched 20 months after the A350 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FH20 grades vs the A350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Sony A350 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH20 comes with outside measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony A350 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH20 versus Sony A350 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the FH20 compared to the A350.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH20 and A350 is 93 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH20 and A350.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The FH20 contains the smaller sensor which will make obtaining bokeh harder. The more recent FH20 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.