Panasonic FH1 vs Sony WX80

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic FH1 versus Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and WX80 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was revealed 4 years before the WX80 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the FH1 matches up against the WX80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH1 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH1 offers external dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FH1 and the WX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and WX80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH1 and WX80.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony WX80 to produce greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged FH1 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.