Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic FH27

Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic FH27, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the P7800 (12MP) and FH27 (16MP) and the P7800 (1/1.7") and FH27 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The P7800 was unveiled 2 years after the FH27 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the P7800 grades vs the FH27 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P7800 offers exterior measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") having a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and 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).

See the Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic FH27 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the P7800 versus the FH27.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P7800 and FH27 is 82 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The picture here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P7800 and FH27.

To sum up, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The P7800 with its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic FH27 will resolve greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher P7800 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.