Panasonic FH27 vs Ricoh CX4

Here is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic FH27 versus Ricoh CX4, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the FH27 (16MP) and CX4 (10MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was brought out 5 months later than the CX4 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FH27 grades against the CX4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Ricoh CX4. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH27 provides outside dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Ricoh CX4 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH27 versus Ricoh CX4 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FH27 and the CX4.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and CX4 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH27 and CX4.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic FH27 to show greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.