Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic GF8

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic GF8, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is very comparable but the FH27 (1/2.3") and GF8 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The FH27 was revealed 6 years prior to the GF8 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FH27 grades against the GF8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH27 provides 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) whilst the Panasonic GF8 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic GF8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH27 compared to the GF8.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and GF8 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FH27 and GF8.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The FH27 includes the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field more challenging. The older FH27 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.