Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic G3

Here is a thorough review of the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic G3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the G3 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the FH27 (1/2.3") and G3 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor size.

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The FH27 was announced 6 months earlier than the G3 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FH27 grades against the G3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH27 features exterior dimensions 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 G3 has sizing of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic G3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FH27 compared to the G3.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and G3 is 94 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH27 and G3.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical MP but not the same sensor sizing. The FH27 offers the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF harder.