Panasonic FH8 vs Sony H20

In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic FH8 versus Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the FH8 (16MP) and H20 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was unveiled 2 years later than the H20 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FH8 matches up against the H20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Sony H20 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH8 comes with exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony H20 has dimensions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FH8 and the H20.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FH8 and H20 is 96 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH8 and H20.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic FH8 to render greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger FH8 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.