Panasonic FH20 vs Sony H50

The following is a detailed review of the Panasonic FH20 versus Sony H50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the FH20 (14MP) and H50 (9MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was revealed 12 months after the H50 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the FH20 scores against the H50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Sony H50 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH20 provides 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) whilst the Sony H50 has measurements of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the FH20 and the H50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and H50 is 93 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FH20 and H50.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH20 to resolve more detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent FH20 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.