Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic LZ20

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic LZ20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was introduced 18 months earlier than the LZ20 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the FH27 grades against the LZ20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH27 has outside 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) whilst the Panasonic LZ20 has specifications of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic LZ20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FH27 versus the LZ20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and LZ20 is 94 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH27 and LZ20.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older FH27 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.