Panasonic FH8 vs Sony A99 II

In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH8 versus Sony A99 II, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the FH8 (16MP) and A99 II (42MP) and the FH8 (1/2.3") and A99 II (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH8 was unveiled 5 years prior to the A99 II and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera and the Sony A99 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FH8 matches up vs the A99 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 & Sony Alpha A99 II. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Sony A99 II Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH8 enjoys exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony A99 II has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH8 versus Sony A99 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH8 and the A99 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH8 and A99 II is 96 and 57 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH8 and A99 II.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FH8 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A99 II will produce greater detail having an extra 26MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older FH8 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.