Panasonic FH1 vs Sony WX300

The following is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic FH1 and Sony WX300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was unveiled 4 years before the WX300 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FH1 grades vs the WX300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH1 enjoys external measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH1 and Sony WX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the FH1 compared to the WX300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH1 and WX300 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH1 and WX300.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony WX300 to provide you with more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged FH1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.