Panasonic FH1 vs Sony HX400V

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH1 versus Sony HX400V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and HX400V (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was brought out 5 years prior to the HX400V and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FH1 grades versus the HX400V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH1 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH1 enjoys 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) whilst the Sony HX400V has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH1 versus Sony HX400V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the FH1 compared to the HX400V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH1 and HX400V is 95 and 62 respectively.

Often, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The photograph below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH1 and HX400V.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX400V to show extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older FH1 will be behind in sensor technology.