Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FH27
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Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FH27 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FH27 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Nikon S6000 versus Panasonic FH27, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the FH27 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S6000 was introduced 11 months earlier than the FH27 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S6000 matches up vs the FH27 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FH27 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6000 Gallery & Panasonic FH27 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Panasonic FH27
S6000 | FH27 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Nikon S6000
FH27 | S6000 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Panasonic FH27
S6000 | FH27 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FH27 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6000 offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic FH27 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S6000 versus Panasonic FH27 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S6000 compared to the FH27.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S6000 and FH27 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FH27 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The picture below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S6000 and FH27.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH27 to provide extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged S6000 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FH27 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic FH27 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156 gr (0.34 lbs) | 152 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $300 | $229 |