Canon S110 vs Panasonic FH6

Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon S110 versus Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is pretty close but the S110 (1/1.7") and FH6 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The S110 was announced 9 months after the FH6 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S110 scores versus the FH6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S110 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon S110 features outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Panasonic FH6 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Canon S110 versus Panasonic FH6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S110 compared to the FH6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S110 and FH6 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S110 and FH6.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S110 having a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FH6 will render greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The younger S110 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.