Canon A810 vs Panasonic FH8

In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon A810 versus Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the FH8 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A810 was revealed within a month of the FH8 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the A810 matches up against the FH8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A810 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The full galleries are provided at Canon A810 Gallery & Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon A810 has exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Panasonic FH8 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the A810 vs the FH8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and FH8 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The pic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A810 and FH8.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account.