Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic FH27 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was revealed 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FH27 scores versus the Galaxy Camera in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH27 has external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FH27 against the Galaxy Camera.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and Galaxy Camera is 94 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH27 and Galaxy Camera.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images although you need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older FH27 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.