Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FH27

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic FH27, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the FH27 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was introduced 2 years later than the FH27 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the FH10 matches up against the FH27 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH10 comes with exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Panasonic FH27 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic FH27 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FH10 vs the FH27.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FH10 and FH27 is 97 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH10 and FH27.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent FH10 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.