Panasonic FH27 vs Pentax W80

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic FH27 versus Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the FH27 (16MP) and W80 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was unveiled 19 months after the W80 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FH27 grades versus the W80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Pentax Optio W80. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH27 has external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Pentax W80 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH27 versus Pentax W80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FH27 compared to the W80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and W80 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH27 and W80.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FH27 to show extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger FH27 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.