Panasonic FH27 vs Sigma DP2x

Following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic FH27 versus Sigma DP2x, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sigma. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the FH27 (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the FH27 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The FH27 was unveiled within a month of the DP2x so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FH27 scores versus the DP2x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH27 has outside dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH27 versus Sigma DP2x in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the FH27 and the DP2x.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and DP2x is 94 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The picture below will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH27 and DP2x.

To sum up, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FH27 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic FH27 will deliver greater detail having an extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively.