Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic FH27

In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus 7040 versus Panasonic FH27, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 7040 (14MP) and the FH27 (16MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 7040 was manufactured 12 months prior to the FH27 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 7040 matches up versus the FH27 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7040 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 7040 Gallery and Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7040 comes with outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FH27 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the 7040 against the FH27.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 7040 and FH27 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 7040 and FH27.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH27 to result in more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged 7040 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.