Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Panasonic_Lumix_DMC-FH27_0.jpg)
![Samsung PL200 front Samsung PL200 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-PL200/Samsung-PL200-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 152g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Released July 2010
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Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The FH27 was released 6 months later than the PL200 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FH27 matches up vs the PL200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Samsung PL200. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Samsung PL200
FH27 | PL200 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Panasonic FH27
PL200 | FH27 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FH27 and Samsung PL200
FH27 | PL200 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH27 enjoys outer measurements 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 PL200 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FH27 against the PL200.
![Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 size comparison Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH27-vs-Samsung-PL200-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and PL200 is 94 and 94 respectively.
![Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 top view buttons comparison Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH27-vs-Samsung-PL200-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The visual below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and PL200.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH27 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively.
![Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 sensor size comparison Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH27-vs-Samsung-PL200-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH27-vs-Samsung-PL200-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Samsung PL200 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine VI | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 152 gr (0.34 lbs) | 170 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $229 | $0 |