Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FH27

Its time to look closer at the Canon SX610 HS versus Panasonic FH27, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and FH27 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was introduced 4 years later than the FH27 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX610 HS scores against the FH27 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX610 HS has exterior measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Panasonic FH27 has proportions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX610 HS versus Panasonic FH27 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX610 HS versus the FH27.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and FH27 is 93 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX610 HS and FH27.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX610 HS to offer you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger SX610 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.