Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FH8
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Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FH8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2015
- Earlier Model is Canon SX600 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 123g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FH8 Overview
The following is a extensive analysis of the Canon SX610 HS versus Panasonic FH8, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and FH8 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX610 HS was announced 3 years after the FH8 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX610 HS scores vs the FH8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FH8 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Panasonic FH8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Panasonic FH8
SX610 HS | FH8 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | January 2012 | Newer by 37 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH8 over the Canon SX610 HS
FH8 | SX610 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Panasonic FH8
SX610 HS | FH8 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FH8 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX610 HS offers external dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Panasonic FH8 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check the Canon SX610 HS versus Panasonic FH8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the FH8.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and FH8 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FH8 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX610 HS and FH8.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX610 HS to show greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher SX610 HS should have an edge in sensor tech.
Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FH8 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FH8 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/2.5-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.5fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 191g (0.42 pounds) | 123g (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 shots | 260 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $214 | $149 |