Panasonic FZ28 vs Sony H20

Below is a in-depth review of the Panasonic FZ28 versus Sony H20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the H20 (10MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ28 was introduced 3 months earlier than the H20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FZ28 scores versus the H20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery & Sony H20 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ28 features outside measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) while the Sony H20 has measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ28 versus Sony H20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FZ28 versus the H20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ28 and H20 is 72 and 87 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ28 and H20.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.