Canon G12 vs Panasonic FH6

Here is a in depth assessment of the Canon G12 vs Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and FH6 (14MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and FH6 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G12 was released 11 months earlier than the FH6 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the G12 grades versus the FH6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G12 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon G12 features physical dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") along with a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic FH6 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the G12 versus the FH6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G12 and FH6 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G12 and FH6.

Plainly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G12 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic FH6 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older G12 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.