Panasonic FH10 vs Sony HX10V

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic FH10 and Sony HX10V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was introduced 11 months later than the HX10V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FH10 grades versus the HX10V for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH10 offers external dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH10 and Sony HX10V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the FH10 and the HX10V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH10 and HX10V is 97 and 91 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH10 and HX10V.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX10V to offer more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent FH10 provides an advantage in sensor technology.