Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic GH3

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic GH3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the GH3 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the FH27 (1/2.3") and GH3 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The FH27 was revealed 20 months before the GH3 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FH27 matches up against the GH3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Panasonic GH3 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH27 features outer 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) and the Panasonic GH3 has dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FH27 against the GH3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and GH3 is 94 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH27 and GH3.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The FH27 contains the tinier sensor which should make achieving bokeh tougher. The older FH27 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.