Panasonic FH27 vs Sony A58

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic FH27 versus Sony A58, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the A58 (20MP) is very similar but the FH27 (1/2.3") and A58 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The FH27 was introduced 3 years earlier than the A58 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FH27 matches up vs the A58 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Sony SLT-A58. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH27 comes with physical dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony A58 has proportions of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH27 versus Sony A58 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FH27 compared to the A58.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and A58 is 94 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH27 and A58.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FH27 using its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony A58 will offer extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged FH27 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.