Panasonic FH10 vs Sony WX50
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Panasonic FH10 vs Sony WX50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
Panasonic FH10 vs Sony WX50 Overview
Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FH10 versus Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FH10 was brought out 12 months later than the WX50 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FH10 matches up vs the WX50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FH10 vs Sony WX50 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH10 over the Sony WX50
FH10 | WX50 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | January 2012 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX50 over the Panasonic FH10
WX50 | FH10 | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH10 and Sony WX50
FH10 | WX50 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FH10 vs Sony WX50 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH10 features external measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Sony WX50 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FH10 versus Sony WX50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FH10 versus the WX50.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH10 and WX50 is 97 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FH10 vs Sony WX50 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH10 and WX50.
As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern FH10 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FH10 vs Sony WX50 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2012-01-30 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | Clearfoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 103 gr (0.23 lbs) | 117 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | 240 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $110 | $250 |