Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LX10
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72 Overall
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Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LX10 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
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-72mm (F1.4-2.8) lens
- 310g - 106 x 60 x 42mm
- Released September 2016
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-LX15
- Succeeded the Panasonic LX7

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LX10 Overview
Following is a extensive overview of the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic LX10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the LX10 (20MP) is pretty similar but the FH10 (1/2.3") and LX10 (1") offer different sensor size.

The FH10 was released 4 years earlier than the LX10 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FH10 grades vs the LX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LX10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Panasonic LX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH10 over the Panasonic LX10
FH10 | LX10 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX10 over the Panasonic FH10
LX10 | FH10 | |||
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Released | September 2016 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 45 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic LX10
FH10 | LX10 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LX10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH10 has physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX10 has dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic LX10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FH10 versus the LX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH10 and LX10 is 97 and 88 respectively.

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LX10 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH10 and LX10.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FH10 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic LX10 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FH10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

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Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic LX10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-LX15 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2016-09-19 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-72mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/1.4-2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 12.10 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto w/ red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On w/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MP4, H.264, AAC |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 103 gr (0.23 lb) | 310 gr (0.68 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 106 x 60 x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 20 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 581 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | 260 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 sec (3 shots)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $110 | $700 |