Canon S95 vs Panasonic FH8

Below, we are analyzing the Canon S95 versus Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the S95 (10MP) and FH8 (16MP) and the S95 (1/1.7") and FH8 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The S95 was unveiled 13 months earlier than the FH8 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S95 scores against the FH8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S95 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The full galleries are provided at Canon S95 Gallery and Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon S95 has exterior measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic FH8 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Canon S95 versus Panasonic FH8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S95 against the FH8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S95 and FH8 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S95 and FH8.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S95 having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic FH8 will show extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged S95 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.