Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FP2

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH27 versus Panasonic FP2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was manufactured 13 months later than the FP2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FH27 matches up vs the FP2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH27 offers external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FH27 vs the FP2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and FP2 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and FP2.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH27 to offer greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger FH27 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.