Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic FZ70

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FH6 versus Panasonic FZ70, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was revealed 18 months before the FZ70 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH6 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FH6 matches up against the FZ70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH6 has got outside dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ70 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH6 versus Panasonic FZ70 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FH6 against the FZ70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH6 and FZ70 is 96 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH6 and FZ70.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FZ70 to give more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged FH6 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.