Olympus E-PL8 vs Panasonic FH27

On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-PL8 and Panasonic FH27, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PL8 (16MP) and the FH27 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the E-PL8 (Four Thirds) and FH27 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The E-PL8 was revealed 5 years later than the FH27 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the E-PL8 matches up vs the FH27 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-PL8 Gallery and Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL8 enjoys outside measurements of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Panasonic FH27 has specifications of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-PL8 and Panasonic FH27 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the E-PL8 versus the FH27.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL8 and FH27 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL8 and FH27.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The E-PL8 comes with the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field easier. The younger E-PL8 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.