Panasonic FH20 vs Sony HX5

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FH20 and Sony HX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FH20 (14MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the FH20 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The FH20 was manufactured 5 months earlier than the HX5 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the FH20 grades vs the HX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH20 features exterior dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony HX5 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH20 and Sony HX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FH20 against the HX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and HX5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The pic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH20 and HX5.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FH20 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FH20 will offer greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.