Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung CL5

Below is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic FH1 versus Samsung CL5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the FH1 (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH1 was launched 11 months later than the CL5 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the FH1 matches up versus the CL5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Samsung CL5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Samsung CL5 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH1 offers external dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung CL5 has specifications of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH1 versus Samsung CL5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FH1 versus the CL5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and CL5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH1 and CL5.

Plainly, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FH1 due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic FH1 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern FH1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.