Panasonic FH27 vs Pentax K-50

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FH27 vs Pentax K-50, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the FH27 (1/2.3") and K-50 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH27 was introduced 3 years before the K-50 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FH27 scores vs the K-50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Pentax K-50. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Pentax K-50 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH27 has got external 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 K-50 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH27 vs Pentax K-50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FH27 vs the K-50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and K-50 is 94 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and K-50.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor dimensions. The FH27 comes with the tinier sensor which should make achieving bokeh harder. The more aged FH27 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.