Panasonic FH5 vs Sony QX1

The following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FH5 versus Sony QX1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Lens-style by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is fairly similar but the FH5 (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The FH5 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the QX1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the FH5 matches up against the QX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Sony Alpha QX1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH5 has outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony QX1 has measurements of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH5 versus Sony QX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FH5 versus the QX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH5 and QX1 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH5 and QX1.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FH5 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony QX1 will offer more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged FH5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.