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Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FH6

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 front
Portability
96
Imaging
38
Features
29
Overall
34

Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FH6 Key Specs

Panasonic FH2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
  • 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS16
Panasonic FH6
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
  • 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2012
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Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FH6 Overview

Here is a in-depth review of the Panasonic FH2 versus Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was introduced 12 months before the FH6 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FH2 grades vs the FH6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Panasonic FH6

 FH2 FH6 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Panasonic FH2

 FH6 FH2 
LaunchedJanuary 2012January 2011Fresher by 12 months

Common features in the Panasonic FH2 and Panasonic FH6

 FH2 FH6 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FH6 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH2 has external measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH6 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH2 versus Panasonic FH6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FH2 compared to the FH6.

Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FH6 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and FH6 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FH6 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FH6 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH2 and FH6.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older FH2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FH6 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FH6 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FH6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic FH2
Portrait photography with Panasonic FH6
33
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has face detect focus
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
34
decent MP (14 megapixels)
offers face detection focus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FH2 Street photography details
Panasonic FH6 Street photography details
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes touch focus
lighter than competition (121g)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (119 grams)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FH2 Sports photography features
Panasonic FH6 Sports photography features
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
good battery pack (270 shots)
very slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
better than average battery life (280 per charge)
max frames per second very slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FH2 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FH6 as a Travel photography camera
72
good battery pack (270 per charge)
lighter than competition (121 grams)
includes touch focus
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
71
better than average battery life (280 shots)
lighter than competition (119g)
decent MP (14MP)
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FH2 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic FH6 Landscape photography highlights
41
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
good battery pack (270 per charge)
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
41
really wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
better than average battery life (280 per charge)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic FH2
Vlogging with Panasonic FH6
32
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
lighter than competition (121 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone socket
33
really wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focus
lighter than competition (119g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone support
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Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FH6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FH2 and Panasonic FH6
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6
Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS16 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2012-01-09
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Venus Engine IV -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 11 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-6.5 f/2.5-6.4
Macro focus distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter rate 4.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.30 m 4.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 121 gr (0.27 pounds) 119 gr (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 270 images 280 images
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $149 $129