Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic XS1

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH27 versus Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was introduced 24 months earlier than the XS1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FH27 grades vs the XS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH27 comes with exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic XS1 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH27 versus Panasonic XS1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FH27 against the XS1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and XS1 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and XS1.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older FH27 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.