Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic FH27

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus E-P2 versus Panasonic FH27, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the E-P2 (12MP) and FH27 (16MP) and the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and FH27 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The E-P2 was manufactured 8 months earlier than the FH27 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the E-P2 scores against the FH27 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-P2 Gallery & Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P2 has external measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Panasonic FH27 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-P2 versus Panasonic FH27 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the E-P2 versus the FH27.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P2 and FH27 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P2 and FH27.

All in all, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The E-P2 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FH27 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged E-P2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.