Olympus XZ-1 vs Panasonic FH6

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus XZ-1 versus Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the XZ-1 (10MP) and FH6 (14MP) and the XZ-1 (1/1.63") and FH6 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The XZ-1 was launched 11 months before the FH6 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the XZ-1 matches up vs the FH6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus XZ-1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-1 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus XZ-1 provides external measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Panasonic FH6 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus XZ-1 versus Panasonic FH6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the XZ-1 vs the FH6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XZ-1 and FH6 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the XZ-1 and FH6.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The XZ-1 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FH6 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older XZ-1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.