Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W620
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96 Imaging
37 Features
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Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched January 2012
Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W620 Overview
Here is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic FH6 and Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FH6 was brought out at a similar time to the W620 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FH6 scores against the W620 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W620 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Sony W620
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Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Panasonic FH6
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Common features in the Panasonic FH6 and Sony W620
FH6 | W620 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | January 2012 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH6 has external measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FH6 and Sony W620 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FH6 against the W620.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and W620 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH6 and W620.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs however you will need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W620 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.5-6.4 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 119g (0.26 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 280 images | 220 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $129 | $102 |