Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic FH27

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic FH27, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and FH27 (16MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and FH27 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The S5 was brought out 9 years later than the FH27 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the S5 scores vs the FH27 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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In case you're going to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic S5 features outer dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) while the Panasonic FH27 has sizing of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S5 vs the FH27.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S5 and FH27 is 60 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The visual here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5 and FH27.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S5 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic S5 will give you greater detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger S5 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.