Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic FH27
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Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic FH27 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 161g - 101 x 60 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 152g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011

Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic FH27 Overview
Here is a thorough review of the Casio EX-H15 and Panasonic FH27, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the FH27 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-H15 was unveiled 12 months before the FH27 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-H15 scores against the FH27 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic FH27 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-H15 Gallery and Panasonic FH27 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Panasonic FH27
EX-H15 | FH27 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Casio EX-H15
FH27 | EX-H15 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-H15 and Panasonic FH27
EX-H15 | FH27 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic FH27 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-H15 has outer measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic FH27 has specifications of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-H15 and Panasonic FH27 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-H15 and the FH27.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H15 and FH27 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic FH27 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The graphic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H15 and FH27.
To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FH27 to offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older EX-H15 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic FH27 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

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Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic FH27 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps) , 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 161 gr (0.35 lb) | 152 gr (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $229 |