Panasonic FH1 vs Sony HX1

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic FH1 versus Sony HX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the FH1 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") posses different sensor sizes.

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The FH1 was introduced 9 months later than the HX1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FH1 matches up vs the HX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH1 has got outer measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has proportions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH1 versus Sony HX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FH1 and the HX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and HX1 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FH1 and HX1.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FH1 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic FH1 will give you greater detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher FH1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.