Panasonic FH27 vs Sigma DP1

Below is a in depth review of the Panasonic FH27 versus Sigma DP1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the FH27 (16MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the FH27 (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FH27 was brought out 2 years later than the DP1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FH27 scores versus the DP1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Sigma DP1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH27 offers 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) whilst the Sigma DP1 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH27 versus Sigma DP1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FH27 versus the DP1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and DP1 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The visual below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and DP1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FH27 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic FH27 will render extra detail having its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern FH27 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.