Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic FH27

Here is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm XP30 versus Panasonic FH27, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the FH27 (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was introduced 8 months later than the FH27 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm XP30 scores against the FH27 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery & Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP30 enjoys physical measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic FH27 has specifications of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 against the FH27.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and FH27 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP30 and FH27.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FH27 to result in more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP30 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.