Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FX580
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Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FX580 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 152g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX550
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FX580 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the FH27 (16MP) and FX580 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FH27 was manufactured 24 months after the FX580 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FH27 grades vs the FX580 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FX580 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Panasonic FX580
FH27 | FX580 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | January 2009 | Newer by 24 months | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Panasonic FH27
FX580 | FH27 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic FX580
FH27 | FX580 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH27 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX580 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FX580 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FH27 vs the FX580.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and FX580 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and FX580.
Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH27 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher FH27 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FX550 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine VI | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 152g (0.34 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $229 | $499 |