Panasonic FH27 vs Sony W710

Here is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic FH27 versus Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was revealed 24 months prior to the W710 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FH27 scores against the W710 with respect to 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-W710. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH27 has got outer 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) while the Sony W710 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the FH27 versus the W710.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and W710 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and W710.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older FH27 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.