Panasonic FH20 vs Sony H55

Below is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FH20 and Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the H55 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was released 5 months before the H55 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FH20 scores vs the H55 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Sony H55 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH20 features physical 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 H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FH20 vs the H55.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FH20 and H55 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and H55.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of photos though you should really consider the age of the products into consideration.