Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FP3

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic FP3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was announced 13 months after the FP3 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FH27 matches up versus the FP3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH27 has got outer 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 FP3 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FH27 and the FP3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and FP3 is 94 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and FP3.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FH27 to offer you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer FH27 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.