Panasonic FX700 vs Sony H200

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FX700 versus Sony H200, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FX700 (14MP) and H200 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX700 was manufactured 3 years before the H200 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX700 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FX700 matches up vs the H200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX700 Gallery & Sony H200 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX700 features outside measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony H200 has proportions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FX700 versus the H200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FX700 and H200 is 94 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FX700 and H200.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony H200 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged FX700 is going to be behind in sensor tech.