Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FX48

The following is a extensive review of the Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the FH27 (16MP) and FX48 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was announced 24 months after the FX48 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the FH27 scores versus the FX48 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH27 has outer measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX48 has sizing of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FH27 against the FX48.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and FX48 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and FX48.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FH27 to deliver extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher FH27 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.