Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic G6

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FH1 and Panasonic G6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and G6 (16MP) and the FH1 (1/2.3") and G6 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizing.

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The FH1 was launched 4 years earlier than the G6 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the FH1 grades against the G6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH1 enjoys physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic G6 has specifications of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH1 and Panasonic G6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FH1 vs the G6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FH1 and G6 is 95 and 74 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH1 and G6.

To sum up, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FH1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic G6 will render more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older FH1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.