Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic FZ60

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH8 and Panasonic FZ60, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was manufactured 6 months prior to the FZ60 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the FH8 scores vs the FZ60 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH8 comes with external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ60 has sizing of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH8 and Panasonic FZ60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FH8 compared to the FZ60.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH8 and FZ60 is 96 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FH8 and FZ60.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you should take the release date of the cameras into account.