Panasonic FH20 vs Sony W560

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic FH20 vs Sony W560, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was released 12 months before the W560 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FH20 matches up against the W560 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH20 features external dimensions 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 W560 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH20 vs Sony W560 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FH20 vs the W560.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and W560 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH20 and W560.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images though you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older FH20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.