Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic FH27

Here, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic FH27, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the FH27 (16MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and FH27 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was revealed 2 years after the FH27 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-A1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up vs the FH27 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 enjoys outer dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH27 has sizing of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic FH27 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 against the FH27.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A1 and FH27 is 87 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A1 and FH27.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A1 features the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF easier. The more recent Fujifilm X-A1 should have an edge in sensor innovation.