Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic FH8

On this page, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X10 versus Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and FH8 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and FH8 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X10 was launched 7 months after the FH8 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X10 grades vs the FH8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X10 Gallery and Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X10 offers external dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst 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).

See the Fujifilm X10 versus Panasonic FH8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X10 and the FH8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X10 and FH8 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The picture here should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X10 and FH8.

Plainly, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X10 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FH8 will show more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X10 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.