Panasonic FH8 vs Sony H55

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic FH8 vs Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the H55 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was unveiled 20 months later than the H55 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FH8 grades against the H55 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH8 has external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FH8 against the H55.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH8 and H55 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH8 and H55.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH8 to offer you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer FH8 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.