Canon S95 vs Panasonic FH10

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon S95 versus Panasonic FH10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the S95 (10MP) and FH10 (16MP) and the S95 (1/1.7") and FH10 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The S95 was announced 3 years prior to the FH10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S95 matches up versus the FH10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S95 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S95 Gallery and Panasonic FH10 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon S95 has physical dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH10 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S95 versus Panasonic FH10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the S95 versus the FH10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S95 and FH10 is 93 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S95 and FH10.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S95 having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic FH10 will provide greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older S95 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.