Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic XS1

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic FH5 and Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was announced 24 months earlier than the XS1 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FH5 scores vs the XS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH5 offers exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic XS1 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH5 and Panasonic XS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FH5 against the XS1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH5 and XS1 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH5 and XS1.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images but you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.