Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic FH8

Lets look more in depth at the Fujifilm X30 versus Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and FH8 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and FH8 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X30 was brought out 2 years after the FH8 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X30 matches up versus the FH8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X30 provides outside dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH8 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X30 versus Panasonic FH8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X30 and the FH8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and FH8 is 80 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X30 and FH8.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic FH8 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X30 should have an edge in sensor technology.