Panasonic FH27 vs Sony A230

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH27 versus Sony A230, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FH27 (16MP) and A230 (10MP) and the FH27 (1/2.3") and A230 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH27 was released 20 months later than the A230 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FH27 grades versus the A230 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Sony A230 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH27 provides exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony A230 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") with a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FH27 against the A230.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and A230 is 94 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH27 and A230.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FH27 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic FH27 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer FH27 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.