Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic FH6

Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic FH5 versus Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was introduced 12 months prior to the FH6 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FH5 grades vs the FH6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH5 features exterior 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 Panasonic FH6 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH5 versus Panasonic FH6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FH5 and the FH6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH5 and FH6 is 96 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FH5 and FH6.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH5 to give you more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older FH5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.