Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic FH27

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic FH27, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the E-M1 III (20MP) and FH27 (16MP) and the E-M1 III (Four Thirds) and FH27 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The E-M1 III was introduced 9 years after the FH27 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the E-M1 III grades vs the FH27 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery & Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1 III provides outer dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) and the Panasonic FH27 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic FH27 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the E-M1 III and the FH27.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 III and FH27 is 67 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1 III and FH27.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The E-M1 III using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Olympus E-M1 III will provide you with more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer E-M1 III is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.