Kodak Sport vs Panasonic FH1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Kodak Sport versus Panasonic FH1, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the Sport (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Sport was introduced 13 months after the FH1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Sport grades versus the FH1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Sport & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Sport Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak Sport enjoys outside measurements of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Sport compared to the FH1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Sport and FH1 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Sport and FH1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer Sport will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.