Canon N100 vs Panasonic FH6
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Canon N100 vs Panasonic FH6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.7) lens
- 289g - 105 x 68 x 36mm
- Announced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2012

Canon N100 vs Panasonic FH6 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Canon N100 versus Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is very close but the N100 (1/1.7") and FH6 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

The N100 was brought out 2 years after the FH6 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the N100 grades vs the FH6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon N100 vs Panasonic FH6 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The entire galleries are available at Canon N100 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N100 over the Panasonic FH6
N100 | FH6 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 25 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Canon N100
FH6 | N100 |
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Common features in the Canon N100 and Panasonic FH6
N100 | FH6 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon N100 vs Panasonic FH6 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon N100 has got outside measurements of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Panasonic FH6 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Canon N100 versus Panasonic FH6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the N100 against the FH6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the N100 and FH6 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Canon N100 vs Panasonic FH6 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the N100 and FH6.
As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The N100 due to its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic FH6 will provide you with more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger N100 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon N100 vs Panasonic FH6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon N100 vs Panasonic FH6 Specifications
Canon PowerShot N100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot N100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-01-06 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-5.7 | f/2.5-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 289 gr (0.64 pounds) | 119 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 68 x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 280 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-12L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $349 | $129 |