Panasonic FH6 vs Sony RX100 VA

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FH6 and Sony RX100 VA, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the FH6 (14MP) and RX100 VA (20MP) and the FH6 (1/2.3") and RX100 VA (1") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The FH6 was introduced 7 years before the RX100 VA which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH6 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FH6 scores against the RX100 VA with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH6 offers outer measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VA has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH6 and Sony RX100 VA in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FH6 compared to the RX100 VA.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH6 and RX100 VA is 96 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH6 and RX100 VA.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FH6 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony RX100 VA will offer you extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged FH6 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.