Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB35F

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FH27 and Samsung WB35F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was released 4 years before the WB35F and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the FH27 grades against the WB35F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Samsung WB35F. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH27 features outer measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB35F has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH27 and Samsung WB35F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the FH27 against the WB35F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and WB35F is 94 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and WB35F.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files though you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older FH27 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.