Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FZ70
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Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FZ70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 18mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 606g - 130 x 97 x 118mm
- Introduced July 2013

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FZ70 Overview
Below is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic FZ70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FH10 was launched 6 months prior to the FZ70 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FH10 matches up against the FZ70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FZ70 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH10 over the Panasonic FZ70
FH10 | FZ70 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ70 over the Panasonic FH10
FZ70 | FH10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic FZ70
FH10 | FZ70 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2013 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FZ70 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH10 offers external dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic FZ70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FH10 vs the FZ70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH10 and FZ70 is 97 and 63 respectively.

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FZ70 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH10 and FZ70.
To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration.

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Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FZ70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2013-07-18 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 20-1200mm (60.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 13.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50i/60i, 25p/30p), 1280 x 720p (50p/60p or 25p/30p), 640 x 480 (25p/30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 103 gr (0.23 lbs) | 606 gr (1.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 130 x 97 x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 171 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photos | 400 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $110 | $300 |