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Panasonic LUMIX DMC FH10 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:100 gBattery life (CIPA):260 shots

Panasonic LUMIX DMC FH10 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

3.5

Overall score

Score
3.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

90%

3.5

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 99% of cameras
3.5

Technical score

Technical score
3.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

28%

4.2

Sensor & Image

25%

2.4

Photo Features

18%

3.9

Video & Audio

14%

4.4

Display & Design

8%

3.2

Battery & Power

7%

2.2

Connectivity & Storage

â–¼Worse than 97% of cameras
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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    N/A~ £70

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Technical Specifications of camera Panasonic LUMIX DMC FH10

Technical score
Technical score
3.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

28%

4.2

Sensor & Image

25%

2.4

Photo Features

18%

3.9

Video & Audio

14%

4.4

Display & Design

8%

3.2

Battery & Power

7%

2.2

Connectivity & Storage

3.5
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Panasonic LUMIX DMC FH10 has a popularity score of 1, which is lower than 51.3% of cameras.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

60%

3.5

Overall score

40%

10

Price

5.4
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
16.1 MP
Main camera megapixels
16.1 MP
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 16.1 MP, which is lower than that of 53.3% of cameras and equal to that of 7.9% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.34 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.34 µm
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.34 µm, which are smaller than those in 74.1% of cameras and the same size as those in 14% of cameras.
Base ISO
100
Base ISO
100
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 100 which is higher than that of 19.9% of cameras and equal to that of 52.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 1600 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 1,600
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 1,600, which is lower than that of 85.9% of cameras and equal to that of 13.2% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
9
N. of focus points
9
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 9 focus points, fewer than the number offered by 67.1% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 26% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
no
AF tracking
no
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
This camera does not support AF tracking. 88.1% of cameras support this feature.
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Max video resolution
1,280 px
Max video resolution
1,280 px
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
This camera supports 1,280 px video recording which is lower quality than that of 71.4% of cameras and equal to that of 18.5% of cameras.
Video bitrate
30 Mbps
Video bitrate
30 Mbps
â–² Better than 49% of models
Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
This camera has a video bitrate of 30 Mbps which is higher than that of 48.6% of cameras and equal to that of 3.9% of cameras.
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–¼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:2
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:2
â–² Better than 78% of models
This camera supports 4:2:2 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 77.9% of cameras and equal to that of 22.1% of cameras.
Video codecs
Motion JPEG
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Type
compact
Weight
100 g
Weight
100 g
★ Better than 100% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 100 g which is lighter than 99.7% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.1% of cameras.
Width
93 mm
Width
93 mm
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 93 mm which is narrower than 96.5% of cameras and equal to that of 0.2% of cameras.
Height
54.6 mm
Height
54.6 mm
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 54.6 mm which is shorter than 96.2% of cameras.
Thickness
18 mm
Thickness
18 mm
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 18 mm which is thinner than 97.9% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
260 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
260 shots
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 260 shots, which is shorter than that of 69.9% of cameras and equal to that of 2.1% of cameras.
Battery capacity
690 mAh
Battery capacity
690 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
This camera has a battery capacity of 690 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 92% of cameras and equal to those in 0.6% of cameras.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Panasonic LUMIX DMC FH10 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • 295 g lighter
    Weight
    100 g
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (100 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    100 g vs 395 g
  • More complete chroma subsampling
    Video chroma subsampling
    4:2:2
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This camera supports better video chroma subsampling than the average camera (4:2:2 vs 4:2:0). The average camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling.
    4:2:2 vs 4:2:0
  • 0.09 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.09 GB
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0.1 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.09 GB vs 0 GB
  • 26.9 mm narrower
    Width
    93 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (93 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    93 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 28 mm thinner
    Thickness
    18 mm
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (18 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    18 mm vs 46 mm
  • 19.3 mm shorter body
    Height
    54.6 mm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (54.6 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    54.6 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 4.14x cheaper
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC FH10 is cheaper than the average camera (£70 vs £290).
    £70 vs £290
  • Has anti-flicker mode
    Anti-flicker mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This camera includes an anti-flicker mode, the average camera does not. 20% of cameras include it.
  • 4.14x cheaper
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC FH10 is cheaper than the average camera (£70 vs £290).
    £70 vs £290
  • 295 g lighter
    Weight
    100 g
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (100 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    100 g vs 395 g
  • 26.9 mm narrower
    Width
    93 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (93 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    93 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 28 mm thinner
    Thickness
    18 mm
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (18 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    18 mm vs 46 mm
  • 19.3 mm shorter body
    Height
    54.6 mm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (54.6 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    54.6 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • Has anti-flicker mode
    Anti-flicker mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This camera includes an anti-flicker mode, the average camera does not. 20% of cameras include it.
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
    Panorama Shot
  • More complete chroma subsampling
    Video chroma subsampling
    4:2:2
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This camera supports better video chroma subsampling than the average camera (4:2:2 vs 4:2:0). The average camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling.
    4:2:2 vs 4:2:0
  • 0.09 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.09 GB
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0.1 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.09 GB vs 0 GB
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • No AF tracking
    AF tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This camera does not support AF tracking, the average camera does. 88% of cameras support it.
  • 4.7 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    1 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (1 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    1 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • 2 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.34 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.34 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 0.3 in smaller screen diagonal
    Screen size
    2.7 in
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.7 in – >3.2 in
    This camera has a smaller screen than the average camera (2.7 in vs 3 in). The average camera has a screen size of 3 in.
    2.7 in vs 3 in
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 14.1% worse value for money
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC FH10 has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera (5.43 vs 6.2).
    5.43 vs 6.2
  • 93% less popular
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC FH10 is less popular than the average camera (1 vs 1.9).
    1 vs 1.93
  • 0.3 in smaller screen diagonal
    Screen size
    2.7 in
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.7 in – >3.2 in
    This camera has a smaller screen than the average camera (2.7 in vs 3 in). The average camera has a screen size of 3 in.
    2.7 in vs 3 in
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.34 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.34 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • 4,800 ISO lower maximum sensitivity limit
    Max ISO
    1,600 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.6k ISO – >40k ISO
    This camera has a lower maximum sensitivity than the average camera (1600 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO.
    1,600 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 18,900 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
    Max expanded ISO
    6,400 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >102.4k ISO
    This camera has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (6400 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
    6,400 ISO vs 25,300 ISO
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    16.1 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (16.1 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    16.1 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • No AF tracking
    AF tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This camera does not support AF tracking, the average camera does. 88% of cameras support it.
  • 4.7 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    1 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (1 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    1 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 14 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    9
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (9 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    9 vs 23
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual focus, the average camera does. 71.7% of cameras include a manual focus mode.
  • No manual exposure control
    Manual exposure
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual exposure, the average camera does. 72% of cameras support manual exposure controls.
    No true manual exposure mode.
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • 1 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (1 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 430 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    690 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
    This camera has a lower battery capacity than the average camera (690 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
    690 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • 70 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    260 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (260 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    260 shots vs 330 shots
  • No HDMI output
    HDMI output
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This camera does not support HDMI output, the average camera does. 78.7% of cameras support HDMI output.

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Summary of the review
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 - Review and technical sheet

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What we like about Panasonic LUMIX DMC FH10

  • Ultra-compact and lightweight design, making it ideal for street photography and daily carry
  • Equipped with Mega O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilization) to reduce camera shake
  • Features a wide-angle 26mm lens with a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture at the wide end
  • Simple to operate with a dedicated one-touch button for 720p HD video recording
  • Intelligent LCD screen with 11-step auto-brightness for better visibility in changing light
  • Fast autofocus capable of tracking moving subjects

What we don't like about Panasonic LUMIX DMC FH10

  • Small 1/2.3" sensor struggles in low-light conditions and offers limited depth of field control
  • Short battery life, rated at approximately 260 shots per charge
  • Lack of manual controls, including no manual focus or RAW image support
  • No wireless connectivity features such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or GPS
  • Not weather-sealed (non-tropicalized), making it vulnerable in adverse environmental conditions
  • LCD screen resolution is low (230k dots) and difficult to see in direct sunlight
  • Lacks modern ports like HDMI output or external microphone/headphone inputs

Verdict

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 is a pocket-sized point-and-shoot camera released in 2013, featuring a 16.1MP CCD sensor and a 5x optical zoom Lumix DC Vario lens with a 24-120mm focal range (35mm equivalent). It is equipped with MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilization) to reduce blur, supports 720p HD video recording at 30fps, and utilizes a 2.7-inch 230k-dot LCD screen for composition. Main pros include its extremely lightweight 103g body, slim 18mm profile, and wide-angle 24mm starting focal length which is ideal for group shots. However, its downsides include limited low-light performance due to the small 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor, a lack of manual exposure controls, no RAW file support, and a low-resolution fixed screen that can be difficult to view in bright sunlight.

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