Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH22
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Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 170g - 100 x 57 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS33

Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH22, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A3400 IS was released 2 years after the FH22 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A3400 IS grades against the FH22 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The complete galleries are available at Canon A3400 IS Gallery & Panasonic FH22 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Panasonic FH22
A3400 IS | FH22 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 26 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Canon A3400 IS
FH22 | A3400 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Panasonic FH22
A3400 IS | FH22 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A3400 IS enjoys outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic FH22 has measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the A3400 IS against the FH22.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A3400 IS and FH22 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A3400 IS and FH22.
Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon A3400 IS to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern A3400 IS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS33 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 pounds) | 170g (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $230 | $200 |