Panasonic FH10 vs Sony A7S

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic FH10 vs Sony A7S, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the FH10 (16MP) and A7S (12MP) and the FH10 (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH10 was revealed 15 months prior to the A7S making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FH10 matches up vs the A7S in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Sony Alpha A7S. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH10 features exterior 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 Sony A7S has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH10 vs Sony A7S in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FH10 vs the A7S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH10 and A7S is 97 and 77 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH10 and A7S.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FH10 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic FH10 will give extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older FH10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.