Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W220

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic FH5 versus Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the FH5 (16MP) and W220 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was unveiled 2 years after the W220 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FH5 scores versus the W220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH5 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH5 provides outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony W220 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FH5 compared to the W220.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH5 and W220 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH5 and W220.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH5 to produce greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer FH5 provides an edge in sensor innovation.