Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS7
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Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released July 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS8
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Panasonic FH27 versus Panasonic ZS7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FH27 (16MP) and ZS7 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FH27 was introduced 6 months prior to the ZS7 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FH27 matches up against the ZS7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Panasonic ZS7
FH27 | ZS7 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Panasonic FH27
ZS7 | FH27 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic ZS7
FH27 | ZS7 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | July 2011 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH27 provides 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) and the Panasonic ZS7 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FH27 versus Panasonic ZS7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the FH27 versus the ZS7.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and ZS7 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and ZS7.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH27 to offer extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively.
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Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine VI | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152 gr (0.34 pounds) | 218 gr (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | - |
Form of battery | 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 |
Retail pricing | $229 | $350 |