Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic FX90

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FH6 versus Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was released 5 months later than the FX90 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FH6 grades vs the FX90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH6 provides external measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic FX90 has measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH6 versus Panasonic FX90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the FH6 and the FX90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and FX90 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH6 and FX90.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH6 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively.