Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic GM1

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FH27 versus Panasonic GM1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is pretty close but the FH27 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The FH27 was introduced 3 years earlier than the GM1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FH27 grades against the GM1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH27 features exterior measurements 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 GM1 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH27 versus Panasonic GM1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH27 vs the GM1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and GM1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and GM1.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The FH27 features the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF harder. The more aged FH27 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.