Panasonic FH20 vs Sony WX80

The following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FH20 and Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was manufactured 4 years before the WX80 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the FH20 matches up against the WX80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH20 enjoys physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH20 and Sony WX80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FH20 compared to the WX80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and WX80 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The image below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and WX80.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony WX80 to offer more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged FH20 is going to be behind in sensor tech.