Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic LX7

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FH6 and Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the FH6 (14MP) and LX7 (10MP) and the FH6 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH6 was revealed 9 months prior to the LX7 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the FH6 grades vs the LX7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH6 has outside measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic LX7 has specifications of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH6 and Panasonic LX7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FH6 versus the LX7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and LX7 is 96 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH6 and LX7.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FH6 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic FH6 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FH6 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.