Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic FH8

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FH5 and Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the FH8 (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was unveiled 12 months before the FH8 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FH5 scores versus the FH8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH5 Gallery & Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH5 enjoys 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 Panasonic FH8 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH5 and Panasonic FH8 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the FH5 against the FH8.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH5 and FH8 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH5 and FH8.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older FH5 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.