Panasonic FH6 vs Sony H20
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Panasonic FH6 vs Sony H20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Launched May 2009
Panasonic FH6 vs Sony H20 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic FH6 versus Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the FH6 (14MP) and H20 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FH6 was unveiled 2 years after the H20 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FH6 grades against the H20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH6 vs Sony H20 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Sony H20
FH6 | H20 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | May 2009 | Newer by 33 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Panasonic FH6
H20 | FH6 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH6 and Sony H20
FH6 | H20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Panasonic FH6 vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH6 comes with external measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony H20 has specifications of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FH6 versus Sony H20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FH6 versus the H20.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and H20 is 96 and 87 respectively.
Panasonic FH6 vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The picture here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH6 and H20.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FH6 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer FH6 provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FH6 vs Sony H20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.5-6.4 | f/3.5-4.4 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 119 gr (0.26 lb) | 250 gr (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
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 life | 280 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $129 | $249 |