Kodak Sport vs Panasonic FH27
92 Imaging
35 Features
13 Overall
26


94 Imaging
38 Features
34 Overall
36
Kodak Sport vs Panasonic FH27 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Released January 2011
(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
- Announced January 2011

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic FH27 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Kodak Sport versus Panasonic FH27, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the Sport (12MP) and FH27 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Sport was launched within a month of the FH27 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Sport grades vs the FH27 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic FH27 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Sport & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Sport Gallery & Panasonic FH27 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the Panasonic FH27
Sport | FH27 |
---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Kodak Sport
FH27 | Sport | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Sharper screen (+118k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Sport and Panasonic FH27
Sport | FH27 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Kodak Sport vs Panasonic FH27 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Sport provides outer dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic FH27 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Kodak Sport versus Panasonic FH27 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Sport against the FH27.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Sport and FH27 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic FH27 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Sport and FH27.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FH27 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively.

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic FH27 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic FH27 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Sport | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Sport | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-04 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1250 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.4" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 112k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 152 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $155 | $229 |