Panasonic FH6 vs Sony WX10

Here is a extensive review of the Panasonic FH6 and Sony WX10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was revealed 13 months later than the WX10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FH6 grades against the WX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH6 has physical dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony WX10 has measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH6 and Sony WX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FH6 against the WX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH6 and WX10 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The graphic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH6 and WX10.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony WX10 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer FH6 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.