Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic FH27

The following is a thorough analysis of the Olympus E-PM1 versus Panasonic FH27, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the E-PM1 (12MP) and FH27 (16MP) and the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and FH27 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-PM1 was unveiled 11 months after the FH27 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the E-PM1 matches up versus the FH27 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PM1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery and Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM1 offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Panasonic FH27 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-PM1 versus Panasonic FH27 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the E-PM1 vs the FH27.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM1 and FH27 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM1 and FH27.

Plainly, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-PM1 having a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic FH27 will result in greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent E-PM1 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.