Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic ZS1

The following is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic FH6 versus Panasonic ZS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the FH6 (14MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the FH6 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") use totally different sensor size.

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The FH6 was released 2 years after the ZS1 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the FH6 matches up versus the ZS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH6 offers exterior measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FH6 vs the ZS1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and ZS1 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH6 and ZS1.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FH6 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic FH6 will give extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger FH6 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.