Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FP7

The following is a complete comparison of the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic FP7, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the FP7 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was introduced at a similar time to the FP7 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FH27 scores vs the FP7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Panasonic FP7 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH27 offers physical 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) and the Panasonic FP7 has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic FP7 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FH27 compared to the FP7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and FP7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The picture here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and FP7.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files but you might want to take the age of the products into consideration.