Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FH2

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was launched 2 years later than the FH2 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FH10 scores versus the FH2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH10 comes with physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Panasonic FH2 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic FH2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH10 vs the FH2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH10 and FH2 is 97 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH10 and FH2.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic FH10 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger FH10 will have an advantage in sensor tech.