Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic G6

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic G6, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the G6 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the FH2 (1/2.3") and G6 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH2 was released 3 years prior to the G6 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FH2 scores versus the G6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH2 has outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G6 has sizing of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH2 against the G6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and G6 is 96 and 74 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and G6.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FH2 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic G6 will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older FH2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.