Panasonic FH8 vs Sony TF1

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic FH8 versus Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was manufactured 17 months earlier than the TF1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FH8 grades vs the TF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH8 has got outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH8 against the TF1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH8 and TF1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH8 and TF1.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older FH8 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.