Panasonic FS12 vs Sony H20

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic FS12 vs Sony H20, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the H20 (10MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was announced around the same time to the H20 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony H20 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FS12 grades against the H20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 has got external dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony H20 has specifications of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FS12 vs Sony H20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FS12 compared to the H20.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FS12 and H20 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS12 and H20.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FS12 to deliver extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively.