Panasonic FH27 vs Sony WX30

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH27 vs Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was introduced 6 months earlier than the WX30 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FH27 matches up vs the WX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH27 has got outer dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH27 vs Sony WX30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FH27 versus the WX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and WX30 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH27 and WX30.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of images but you would want to consider the age of the cameras into account.