Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic ZS50

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic ZS50, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was released 4 years earlier than the ZS50 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FH6 matches up versus the ZS50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH6 offers external 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 ZS50 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic ZS50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FH6 and the ZS50.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FH6 and ZS50 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH6 and ZS50.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH6 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The older FH6 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.