Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic XS1

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic FH6 and Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was brought out 12 months prior to the XS1 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FH6 scores vs the XS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH6 provides outside dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH6 and Panasonic XS1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FH6 versus the XS1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH6 and XS1 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH6 and XS1.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic XS1 to result in greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged FH6 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.