Panasonic FH8 vs Sony S930

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH8 versus Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the FH8 (16MP) and S930 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was unveiled 3 years after the S930 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FH8 grades against the S930 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH8 provides exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has proportions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH8 and the S930.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH8 and S930 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH8 and S930.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH8 to resolve more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher FH8 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.