Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic GX1

The following is a complete assessment of the Panasonic FH27 versus Panasonic GX1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the FH27 (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor size.

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The FH27 was brought out 13 months earlier than the GX1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FH27 scores against the GX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH27 provides outside measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the FH27 against the GX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and GX1 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The picture here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and GX1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The FH27 includes the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF more difficult. The more aged FH27 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.