Panasonic FH27 vs Sony TX55
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Panasonic FH27 vs Sony TX55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 152g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Announced July 2011

Panasonic FH27 vs Sony TX55 Overview
The following is a complete analysis of the Panasonic FH27 versus Sony TX55, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The FH27 was introduced 6 months prior to the TX55 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FH27 matches up against the TX55 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FH27 vs Sony TX55 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Sony TX55
FH27 | TX55 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Panasonic FH27
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH27 and Sony TX55
FH27 | TX55 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic FH27 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH27 has physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony TX55 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FH27 versus Sony TX55 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FH27 vs the TX55.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and TX55 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Panasonic FH27 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and TX55.
As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.

Panasonic FH27 vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH27 vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine VI | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3.3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Touch Screen LCD | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152g (0.34 lb) | 109g (0.24 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 250 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $229 | $350 |