Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic GF2

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic GF2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the FH27 (16MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the FH27 (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor size.

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The FH27 was introduced within a month of the GF2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FH27 scores versus the GF2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH27 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic GF2 has dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the FH27 against the GF2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and GF2 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH27 and GF2.

Plainly, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FH27 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic FH27 will offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively.