Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic XS1

In this article, we are matching up the Panasonic FH1 and Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and XS1 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was brought out 4 years earlier than the XS1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the FH1 scores against the XS1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH1 Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH1 features outside dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FH1 versus the XS1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH1 and XS1 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FH1 and XS1.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to render more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged FH1 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.