Panasonic FH6 vs Samsung CL80

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH6 and Samsung CL80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was launched 2 years after the CL80 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FH6 grades against the CL80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Samsung CL80. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Samsung CL80 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH6 features outside dimensions 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 Samsung CL80 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FH6 versus the CL80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and CL80 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH6 and CL80.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos though you may want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent FH6 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.