Panasonic FH27 vs Sony W800

Following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic FH27 versus Sony W800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the W800 (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was introduced 4 years before the W800 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FH27 scores vs the W800 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH27 provides outer measurements 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 W800 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH27 versus Sony W800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FH27 versus the W800.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and W800 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and W800.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W800 to give more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged FH27 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.