Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic LZ30

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH27 versus Panasonic LZ30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was revealed 24 months prior to the LZ30 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the FH27 scores against the LZ30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH27 enjoys external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FH27 against the LZ30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and LZ30 is 94 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The visual below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and LZ30.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should always factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older FH27 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.