Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic TS10

Here is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic TS10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was unveiled within a month of the TS10 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FH1 grades versus the TS10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH1 offers external 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) whilst the Panasonic TS10 has sizing of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic TS10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the FH1 against the TS10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and TS10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH1 and TS10.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS10 to give greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively.