Panasonic FH3 vs Sony S2100
94 Imaging
37 Features
21 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Panasonic FH3 vs Sony S2100 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
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS11
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2010
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On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH3 versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FH3 was revealed at a similar time to the S2100 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FH3 grades vs the S2100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Sony S2100
| FH3 | S2100 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Panasonic FH3
| S2100 | FH3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH3 and Sony S2100
| FH3 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2010 |  | January 2010 | Similar generation |
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | No Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FH3 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH3 provides external measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony S2100 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FH3 versus Sony S2100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FH3 vs the S2100.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and S2100 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FH3 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH3 and S2100.
Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH3 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively.
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Panasonic FH3 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
| Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FS11 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 1 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1200 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.80 m | 3.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 165 grams (0.36 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | - | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $160 | $0 |
