Panasonic FH27 vs Sony W730

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH27 and Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was released 24 months prior to the W730 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FH27 scores vs the W730 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH27 offers outer dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W730 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH27 and Sony W730 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FH27 and the W730.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and W730 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH27 and W730.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images though you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older FH27 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.