Canon D10 vs Panasonic FH2

Here, we will be looking at the Canon D10 versus Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The D10 was manufactured 18 months prior to the FH2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the D10 grades versus the FH2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The entire galleries are available at Canon D10 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon D10 comes with outer measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH2 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the D10 vs the FH2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D10 and FH2 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D10 and FH2.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FH2 to offer greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older D10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.