Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FH6

Its time to look much closer at the Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FH6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was revealed 19 months before the FH6 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX210 IS matches up versus the FH6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX210 IS provides outside measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH6 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FH6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX210 IS and the FH6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX210 IS and FH6 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX210 IS and FH6.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older SX210 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.