Panasonic FH20 vs Sony T99

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FH20 vs Sony T99, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the T99 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was revealed 6 months before the T99 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FH20 matches up vs the T99 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH20 offers exterior measurements 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 T99 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH20 vs Sony T99 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FH20 and the T99.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FH20 and T99 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH20 and T99.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration.