Panasonic FH6 vs Sony H70

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic FH6 vs Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the H70 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was unveiled 13 months later than the H70 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the FH6 scores vs the H70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH6 enjoys outer measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony H70 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH6 vs Sony H70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FH6 vs the H70.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH6 and H70 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The graphic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FH6 and H70.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony H70 to give you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger FH6 will have an edge in sensor technology.