Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB250F

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB250F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the WB250F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FH27 grades against the WB250F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH27 has physical 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) and the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FH27 against the WB250F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and WB250F is 94 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and WB250F.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH27 to offer you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older FH27 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.