Panasonic FH6 vs Sony NEX-5N

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FH6 versus Sony NEX-5N, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is pretty similar but the FH6 (1/2.3") and NEX-5N (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FH6 was brought out 4 months later than the NEX-5N so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH6 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FH6 scores versus the NEX-5N with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH6 has got exterior 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) while the Sony NEX-5N has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the FH6 compared to the NEX-5N.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH6 and NEX-5N is 96 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH6 and NEX-5N.

Plainly, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FH6 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony NEX-5N will offer you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively.