Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic GX7

Following is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic GX7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the GX7 (16MP) is very well matched but the FH27 (1/2.3") and GX7 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor size.

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The FH27 was released 3 years before the GX7 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FH27 grades versus the GX7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH27 comes with exterior 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 GX7 has sizing of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic GX7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FH27 compared to the GX7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and GX7 is 94 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH27 and GX7.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor sizes. The FH27 has got the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF tougher. The more aged FH27 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.