Panasonic FH8 vs Sony W330

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH8 versus Sony W330, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the W330 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was brought out 2 years later than the W330 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FH8 grades versus the W330 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Sony W330 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH8 has got outer dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony W330 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH8 versus Sony W330 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FH8 compared to the W330.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FH8 and W330 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH8 and W330.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic FH8 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent FH8 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.