Canon SX120 IS vs Panasonic FH22
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Canon SX120 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-360mm (F2.8-4.3) lens
- 285g - 111 x 71 x 45mm
- Released August 2009
(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
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS33

Canon SX120 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Overview
Following is a extended overview of the Canon SX120 IS and Panasonic FH22, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and FH22 (14MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and FH22 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

The SX120 IS was released 4 months earlier than the FH22 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX120 IS matches up against the FH22 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX120 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH22 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX120 IS over the Panasonic FH22
SX120 IS | FH22 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Canon SX120 IS
FH22 | SX120 IS | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX120 IS and Panasonic FH22
SX120 IS | FH22 | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon SX120 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX120 IS has got external dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Panasonic FH22 has specifications of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX120 IS and Panasonic FH22 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX120 IS and the FH22.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX120 IS and FH22 is 87 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX120 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The image here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX120 IS and FH22.
Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX120 IS due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic FH22 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively.

Canon SX120 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX120 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS33 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-19 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 285 grams (0.63 lbs) | 170 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 71 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 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 model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $249 | $200 |