Panasonic FH27 vs Pentax K-5 IIs

Here is a extended review of the Panasonic FH27 vs Pentax K-5 IIs, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the K-5 IIs (16MP) is very similar but the FH27 (1/2.3") and K-5 IIs (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The FH27 was manufactured 3 years before the K-5 IIs and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-5 IIs being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the FH27 grades versus the K-5 IIs when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Pentax K-5 IIs. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH27 enjoys exterior 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 Pentax K-5 IIs has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH27 vs Pentax K-5 IIs in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FH27 versus the K-5 IIs.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and K-5 IIs is 94 and 60 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and K-5 IIs.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact MP but not the same sensor sizing. The FH27 uses the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The older FH27 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.