Panasonic FH10 vs Sony WX9

The following is a extended overview of the Panasonic FH10 and Sony WX9, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was introduced 2 years after the WX9 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FH10 grades against the WX9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH10 offers external measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Sony WX9 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH10 and Sony WX9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FH10 vs the WX9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FH10 and WX9 is 97 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH10 and WX9.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher FH10 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.