Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W370
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Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W370 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS18
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
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On this page, we will be looking at the Panasonic FH5 and Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FH5 was manufactured 13 months later than the W370 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the FH5 grades vs the W370 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Sony W370
| FH5 | W370 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2011 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Panasonic FH5
| W370 | FH5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH5 and Sony W370
| FH5 | W370 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | No Touch screen |
Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH5 offers exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony W370 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FH5 and Sony W370 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the FH5 against the W370.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FH5 and W370 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH5 and W370.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FH5 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher FH5 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FH5 vs Sony W370 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
| Also called | Lumix DMC-FS18 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| 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 | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.6-5.6 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.30 m | 5.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) | 179 gr (0.39 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 pictures | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $169 | $230 |