Olympus 1s vs Panasonic FH27

On this page, we are matching up the Olympus 1s vs Panasonic FH27, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the 1s (12MP) and FH27 (16MP) and the 1s (1/1.7") and FH27 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The 1s was brought out 4 years after the FH27 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 1s grades versus the FH27 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 1s and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 1s Gallery and Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus 1s offers outside dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH27 has proportions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 1s vs Panasonic FH27 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1s and the FH27.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1s and FH27 is 79 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 1s and FH27.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1s because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic FH27 will deliver more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The more modern 1s should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.