Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH8

Let's look more in depth at the Fujifilm JX370 versus Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the FH8 (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX370 was announced 5 months prior to the FH8 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm JX370 matches up against the FH8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JX370 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX370 Gallery & Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX370 has got outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic FH8 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 versus the FH8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX370 and FH8 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX370 and FH8.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH8 to result in greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively.