Panasonic FH27 vs Sony S950

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FH27 and Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the FH27 (16MP) and S950 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was launched 23 months later than the S950 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FH27 matches up against the S950 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH27 has got exterior 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 Sony S950 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH27 and Sony S950 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FH27 compared to the S950.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and S950 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and S950.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic FH27 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher FH27 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.