Panasonic FH1 vs Sony TX100V

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Panasonic FH1 versus Sony TX100V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and TX100V (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was revealed 12 months prior to the TX100V so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FH1 matches up against the TX100V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH1 provides outer measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony TX100V has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH1 versus Sony TX100V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FH1 versus the TX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and TX100V is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FH1 and TX100V.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony TX100V to give extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older FH1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.