Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic FX48

Following is a in depth review of the Panasonic FH8 versus Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are created by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the FH8 (16MP) and FX48 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was unveiled 2 years after the FX48 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FH8 matches up against the FX48 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH8 has got outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic FX48 has measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH8 versus Panasonic FX48 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH8 vs the FX48.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH8 and FX48 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The picture below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH8 and FX48.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FH8 to show greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern FH8 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.