Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic GX850

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH8 and Panasonic GX850, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the GX850 (16MP) is very comparable but the FH8 (1/2.3") and GX850 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The FH8 was revealed 6 years earlier than the GX850 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FH8 scores vs the GX850 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH8 offers outer dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX850 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FH8 vs the GX850.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH8 and GX850 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The image here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH8 and GX850.

As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same megapixels but different sensor sizes. The FH8 comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh tougher. The more aged FH8 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.