Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic SZ7
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Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 152g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched January 2012

Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic FH27 versus Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FH27 was announced 12 months earlier than the SZ7 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FH27 grades vs the SZ7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic SZ7 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Panasonic SZ7
FH27 | SZ7 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Panasonic FH27
SZ7 | FH27 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 12 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic SZ7
FH27 | SZ7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. 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 SZ7 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FH27 versus Panasonic SZ7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FH27 versus the SZ7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and SZ7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and SZ7.
Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH27 to result in extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged FH27 will be behind in sensor technology.

Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine VI | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 152 grams (0.34 pounds) | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | 220 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $229 | $199 |