Canon SX170 IS vs Panasonic FH22

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX170 IS versus Panasonic FH22, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was revealed 3 years later than the FH22 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX170 IS scores vs the FH22 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The full galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH22 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX170 IS offers outer measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX170 IS versus the FH22.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX170 IS and FH22 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The visual below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX170 IS and FH22.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX170 IS to give more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX170 IS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.