Panasonic FH8 vs Sony WX30

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FH8 and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was revealed 6 months later than the WX30 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FH8 scores against the WX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH8 offers physical 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 WX30 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH8 and Sony WX30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the FH8 vs the WX30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH8 and WX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH8 and WX30.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration.