Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic FX700

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FH27 versus Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was released 6 months after the FX700 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the FH27 scores against the FX700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH27 enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX700 has proportions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH27 versus Panasonic FX700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH27 and the FX700.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and FX700 is 94 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH27 and FX700.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH27 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.