Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic FH8

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic F5 versus Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the FH8 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The F5 was revealed 13 months later than the FH8 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the F5 scores versus the FH8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic F5 enjoys external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH8 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the F5 versus the FH8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the F5 and FH8 is 96 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the F5 and FH8.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic FH8 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent F5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.