Panasonic FH10 vs Sony RX100 V

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic FH10 versus Sony RX100 V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is relatively well matched but the FH10 (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") have different sensor measurements.

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The FH10 was unveiled 4 years prior to the RX100 V and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FH10 scores versus the RX100 V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Sony RX100 V Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH10 has got exterior dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Sony RX100 V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the FH10 vs the RX100 V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH10 and RX100 V is 97 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH10 and RX100 V.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FH10 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony RX100 V will resolve extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FH10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.