Panasonic FH3 vs Sony H90

Following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic FH3 and Sony H90, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the H90 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was launched 3 years prior to the H90 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FH3 grades vs the H90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH3 Gallery & Sony H90 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH3 enjoys outside 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 Sony H90 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH3 and Sony H90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH3 versus the H90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FH3 and H90 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and H90.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony H90 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FH3 is going to be behind in sensor technology.