Panasonic FH8 vs Sony A7c

Here is a extended review of the Panasonic FH8 vs Sony A7c, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the FH8 (16MP) and A7c (24MP) and the FH8 (1/2.3") and A7c (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The FH8 was brought out 9 years prior to the A7c and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FH8 matches up versus the A7c when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Sony Alpha A7c. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH8 provides exterior 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) while the Sony A7c has dimensions of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH8 vs Sony A7c in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FH8 against the A7c.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH8 and A7c is 96 and 78 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The graphic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FH8 and A7c.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FH8 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A7c will result in extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older FH8 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.