Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax VS20
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Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Announced January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Revealed January 2012
Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax VS20 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax VS20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FH3 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the VS20 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FH3 grades against the VS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax VS20 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Pentax VS20
FH3 | VS20 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Panasonic FH3
VS20 | FH3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | January 2010 | More modern by 24 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH3 and Pentax VS20
FH3 | VS20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH3 enjoys physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Pentax VS20 has sizing of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
See the Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax VS20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FH3 and the VS20.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and VS20 is 94 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and VS20.
As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Pentax VS20 to offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged FH3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FS11 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2012-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.1-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165 grams (0.36 lbs) | 235 grams (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | D-LI122 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $160 | $106 |