Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB50F
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Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB50F 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
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Released January 2014

Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB50F Overview
Following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic FH27 versus Samsung WB50F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The FH27 was manufactured 4 years prior to the WB50F which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FH27 scores against the WB50F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Samsung WB50F
FH27 | WB50F | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Panasonic FH27
WB50F | FH27 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 36 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH27 and Samsung WB50F
FH27 | WB50F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH27 features physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FH27 versus Samsung WB50F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FH27 compared to the WB50F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and WB50F is 94 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The pic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and WB50F.
All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH27 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Samsung WB50F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152 gr (0.34 lbs) | 207 gr (0.46 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $229 | $180 |