Panasonic FH27 vs Sigma fp L

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic FH27 versus Sigma fp L, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the FH27 (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the FH27 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) feature totally different sensor size.

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The FH27 was announced 11 years before the fp L and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FH27 grades versus the fp L in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Sigma fp L. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH27 has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH27 versus Sigma fp L in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FH27 versus the fp L.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and fp L is 94 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The visual here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH27 and fp L.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FH27 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Sigma fp L will offer you greater detail with its extra 45 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older FH27 is going to be behind in sensor tech.