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Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W610

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
29
Overall
33
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 front
Portability
97
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30

Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W610 Key Specs

Panasonic FH6
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
  • 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
  • Released January 2012
Sony W610
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
  • Released January 2012
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Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W610 Overview

In this article, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH6 and Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the W610 (14MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was unveiled very close to the W610 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FH6 grades against the W610 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Sony W610

 FH6 W610 

Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Panasonic FH6

 W610 FH6 

Common features in the Panasonic FH6 and Sony W610

 FH6 W610 
ReleasedJanuary 2012January 2012Same generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display measurements
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W610 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH6 provides exterior measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W610 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FH6 and the W610.

Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W610 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH6 and W610 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W610 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W610 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH6 and W610.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W610 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W610 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W610 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FH6 Portrait photography advice
Sony W610 Portrait photography advice
33
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
has face detect autofocus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FH6 Street photography details
Sony W610 Street photography details
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (119 grams)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
56
lighter than competitors in class (113g)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FH6 Sports photography advice
Sony W610 Sports photography advice
39
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
better than average battery power (280 per charge)
max fps low (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
26
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
slow frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FH6 Travel photography highlights
Sony W610 Travel photography highlights
70
better than average battery power (280 per charge)
lighter than average in class (119g)
resolution is good (14MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (24mm)
missing Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
69
lighter than competitors in class (113g)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (26mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FH6 Landscape photography factors
Sony W610 Landscape photography factors
41
relatively wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
better than average battery power (280 CIPA)
no manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
33
really wide (26mm)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FH6 Vlogging factors
Sony W610 Vlogging factors
32
relatively wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect autofocus
lighter than average in class (119 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone jack
28
really wide (26mm)
lighter than competitors in class (113g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have microphone jack
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Panasonic FH6 vs Sony W610 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FH6 and Sony W610
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610
General Information
Brand Panasonic Sony
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2012-01-09 2012-01-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-120mm (5.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.5-6.4 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focus distance 5cm 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech TFT Color LCD Clear Photo TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 1 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 2.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.60 m 3.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 119 gr (0.26 lb) 113 gr (0.25 lb)
Dimensions 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") 93 x 52 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 280 photos 250 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $129 $200