Panasonic FH10 vs Sony HX400V

In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH10 vs Sony HX400V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was revealed 13 months prior to the HX400V which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FH10 matches up vs the HX400V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH10 has got outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH10 vs Sony HX400V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FH10 against the HX400V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH10 and HX400V is 97 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH10 and HX400V.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony HX400V to produce extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older FH10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.