Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS3

Here is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the FH27 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was announced 21 months later than the ZS3 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FH27 scores vs the ZS3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH27 comes with physical 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) while the Panasonic ZS3 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FH27 and the ZS3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and ZS3 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and ZS3.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FH27 to deliver extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger FH27 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.