Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung NX5

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung NX5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is very close but the FH27 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The FH27 was revealed 8 months later than the NX5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FH27 matches up vs the NX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Samsung NX5. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH27 provides outer dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the FH27 compared to the NX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and NX5 is 94 and 80 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH27 and NX5.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FH27 with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic FH27 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer FH27 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.