Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB350F
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Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB350F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
- Released January 2014

Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB350F Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Panasonic FH27 and Samsung WB350F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FH27 was introduced 4 years earlier than the WB350F which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FH27 grades versus the WB350F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB350F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Samsung WB350F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Samsung WB350F
FH27 | WB350F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Panasonic FH27
WB350F | FH27 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 36 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH27 and Samsung WB350F
FH27 | WB350F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH27 offers external 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) while the Samsung WB350F has measurements of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FH27 and Samsung WB350F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the FH27 and the WB350F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and WB350F is 94 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The image below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and WB350F.
Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files but you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH27 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Samsung WB350F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Samsung WB350F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine VI | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 152 gr (0.34 lb) | 276 gr (0.61 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $229 | $260 |