Panasonic FH6 vs Sony WX80

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic FH6 versus Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was announced 12 months earlier than the WX80 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FH6 scores vs the WX80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH6 comes with physical 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 WX80 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH6 versus Sony WX80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FH6 vs the WX80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and WX80 is 96 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The graphic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH6 and WX80.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony WX80 to show more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The older FH6 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.