Panasonic FH27 vs Sony A58
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Panasonic FH27 vs Sony A58 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 152g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2011
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 16000 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 492g - 129 x 95 x 78mm
- Launched November 2013
- Old Model is Sony A57
Panasonic FH27 vs Sony A58 Overview
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.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 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.
Panasonic FH27 vs Sony A58 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Sony A58
FH27 | A58 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A58 over the Panasonic FH27
A58 | FH27 | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | January 2011 | More modern by 35 months | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH27 and Sony A58
FH27 | A58 | |||
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Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FH27 vs Sony A58 Physical Comparison
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.
Panasonic FH27 vs Sony A58 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic FH27 vs Sony A58 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Sony SLT-A58 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Sony SLT-A58 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2013-11-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine VI | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.65x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 152g (0.34 pounds) | 492g (1.08 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 129 x 95 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 753 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | 690 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $229 | $645 |