Panasonic FH1 vs Sony WX150

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH1 versus Sony WX150, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and WX150 (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was introduced 3 years prior to the WX150 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FH1 grades vs the WX150 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH1 enjoys physical dimensions 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 WX150 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH1 versus Sony WX150 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FH1 against the WX150.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and WX150 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FH1 and WX150.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony WX150 to result in extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older FH1 will be behind in sensor innovation.