Panasonic FH27 vs Pentax 645D

In this article, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH27 versus Pentax 645D, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the FH27 (16MP) and 645D (40MP) and the FH27 (1/2.3") and 645D (Medium format) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FH27 was brought out 11 months later than the 645D so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Pentax 645D being a Large SLR camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FH27 scores vs the 645D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Pentax 645D. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Pentax 645D Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH27 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax 645D has proportions of 156mm x 117mm x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") along with a weight of 1480 grams (3.26 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH27 versus Pentax 645D in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the FH27 versus the 645D.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and 645D is 94 and 50 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and 645D.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FH27 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Pentax 645D will provide greater detail having its extra 24 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent FH27 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.