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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FH1

Portability
75
Imaging
33
Features
26
Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs

Fujifilm S8100fd
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
  • 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
  • Launched January 2009
Panasonic FH1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
  • Released January 2010
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS10
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FH1 Overview

The following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic FH1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8100fd was brought out 11 months before the FH1 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8100fd matches up vs the FH1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Panasonic FH1

 Fujifilm S8100fd FH1 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Fujifilm S8100fd

 FH1 Fujifilm S8100fd 
ReleasedJanuary 2010January 2009Newer by 11 months
Screen dimension2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic FH1

 Fujifilm S8100fd FH1 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8100fd comes with physical measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH1 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic FH1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd and the FH1.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FH1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8100fd and FH1 is 75 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FH1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8100fd and FH1.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FH1 to produce extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8100fd will be behind in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FH1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FH1 as a Portrait photography camera
27
has manual focus
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
21
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Street photography factors
Panasonic FH1 Street photography factors
48
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FH1 as a Sports photography camera
33
incredible zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max frames per second low (1.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
max fps very slow (6.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FH1 as a Travel photography camera
53
flash built-in
relatively wide (27mm)
great zoom (486mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
58
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FH1 as a Landscape photography camera
35
has manual focus
relatively wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.5 inches)
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
32
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm S8100fd
Vlogging with Panasonic FH1
24
relatively wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
missing mic socket
29
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic support
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic FH1
 Fujifilm FinePix S8100fdPanasonic Lumix DMC-FH1
General Information
Company FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1
Also called as - Lumix DMC-FS10
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-01-15 2010-01-06
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 27-486mm (18.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-4.5 f/2.8-6.9
Macro focusing range 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) 6.80 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format - Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None 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 405 gr (0.89 lbs) 163 gr (0.36 lbs)
Dimensions 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $300 $150