Canon S90 vs Panasonic FH8

The following is a extensive overview of the Canon S90 vs Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the S90 (10MP) and FH8 (16MP) and the S90 (1/1.7") and FH8 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The S90 was introduced 21 months before the FH8 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S90 scores versus the FH8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S90 Gallery and Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon S90 provides external dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic FH8 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Canon S90 vs Panasonic FH8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S90 and the FH8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S90 and FH8 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The picture here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S90 and FH8.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S90 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic FH8 will produce greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged S90 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.