Panasonic FH10 vs Sony S980

Below is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic FH10 versus Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the FH10 (16MP) and S980 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was brought out 3 years later than the S980 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FH10 matches up vs the S980 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH10 has exterior dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Sony S980 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH10 versus Sony S980 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FH10 versus the S980.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FH10 and S980 is 97 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH10 and S980.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FH10 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent FH10 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.