Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic FH27

In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus SH-50 versus Panasonic FH27, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the FH27 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was launched 2 years later than the FH27 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SH-50 grades vs the FH27 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SH-50 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SH-50 Gallery & Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-50 provides outer dimensions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Panasonic FH27 has sizing of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SH-50 versus Panasonic FH27 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SH-50 and the FH27.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-50 and FH27 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-50 and FH27.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you will want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern SH-50 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.