Panasonic FH27 vs Sony TF1

Here is a extensive review of the Panasonic FH27 and Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was announced 3 years before the TF1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FH27 grades versus the TF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH27 features exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH27 and Sony TF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH27 against the TF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and TF1 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH27 and TF1.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older FH27 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.