Panasonic FH8 vs Sony W710

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic FH8 and Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was introduced 12 months earlier than the W710 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FH8 matches up versus the W710 with regards 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-W710. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH8 features exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony W710 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FH8 against the W710.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FH8 and W710 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH8 and W710.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you should take the age of the cameras into account. The older FH8 will be behind in sensor technology.