Panasonic FH27 vs Sony WX300

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic FH27 versus Sony WX300, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was brought out 3 years before the WX300 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FH27 grades versus the WX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH27 provides 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) while the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH27 versus Sony WX300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FH27 compared to the WX300.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and WX300 is 94 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH27 and WX300.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony WX300 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged FH27 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.