Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic LX10

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH6 and Panasonic LX10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the FH6 (14MP) and LX10 (20MP) and the FH6 (1/2.3") and LX10 (1") have different sensor sizing.

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The FH6 was unveiled 5 years before the LX10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH6 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FH6 grades versus the LX10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH6 enjoys physical dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX10 has specifications of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH6 and Panasonic LX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH6 versus the LX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH6 and LX10 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FH6 and LX10.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FH6 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic LX10 will give more detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older FH6 is going to be behind in sensor technology.