Panasonic FS12 vs Sony HX20V

Let's look closer at the Panasonic FS12 vs Sony HX20V, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and HX20V (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was launched 4 years prior to the HX20V and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FS12 grades vs the HX20V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS12 offers outer measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FS12 vs Sony HX20V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FS12 and the HX20V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS12 and HX20V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FS12 and HX20V.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX20V to give more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older FS12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.