Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung NX3000

The following is a in depth review of the Panasonic FH27 versus Samsung NX3000, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is pretty similar but the FH27 (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The FH27 was revealed 4 years earlier than the NX3000 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FH27 grades versus the NX3000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Samsung NX3000. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH27 comes with outside 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) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has proportions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH27 versus Samsung NX3000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the FH27 and the NX3000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and NX3000 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The picture underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and NX3000.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FH27 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX3000 will offer greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FH27 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.