Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS30

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was released 24 months before the ZS30 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FH27 grades against the ZS30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH27 enjoys outer measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS30 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the FH27 and the ZS30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and ZS30 is 94 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The image underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and ZS30.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS30 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged FH27 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.