Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic G7

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FH27 versus Panasonic G7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the G7 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the FH27 (1/2.3") and G7 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor size.

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The FH27 was introduced 5 years before the G7 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FH27 matches up versus the G7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Panasonic G7 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH27 features exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic G7 has specifications of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FH27 against the G7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and G7 is 94 and 71 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The visual here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH27 and G7.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The FH27 includes the tinier sensor which should make getting bokeh more challenging. The older FH27 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.