Panasonic FP1 vs Sony H20

Below is a detailed review of the Panasonic FP1 and Sony H20, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the H20 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was brought out 8 months later than the H20 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony H20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FP1 scores vs the H20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP1 has physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony H20 has sizing of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP1 and Sony H20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FP1 versus the H20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and H20 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FP1 and H20.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FP1 to resolve greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent FP1 provides an advantage in sensor tech.