Panasonic FH1 vs Sony HX10V

Let's look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FH1 and Sony HX10V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and HX10V (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was introduced 3 years before the HX10V which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the FH1 grades vs the HX10V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH1 provides external measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH1 and Sony HX10V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FH1 versus the HX10V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and HX10V is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH1 and HX10V.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX10V to provide you with greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FH1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.