Panasonic FH2 vs Sony A6100

The following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic FH2 versus Sony A6100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the FH2 (14MP) and A6100 (24MP) and the FH2 (1/2.3") and A6100 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The FH2 was introduced 9 years earlier than the A6100 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FH2 grades vs the A6100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Sony Alpha a6100. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Sony A6100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH2 has external measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony A6100 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH2 versus Sony A6100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FH2 and the A6100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and A6100 is 96 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH2 and A6100.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FH2 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A6100 will provide more detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged FH2 will be behind in sensor technology.