Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH22
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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Announced May 2009
- Successor is Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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 SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Overview
The following is a extended comparison of the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic FH22, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was brought out 7 months prior to the FH22 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX200 IS grades versus the FH22 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Panasonic FH22 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Panasonic FH22
SX200 IS | FH22 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Canon SX200 IS
FH22 | SX200 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic FH22
SX200 IS | FH22 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX200 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Panasonic FH22 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic FH22 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX200 IS and the FH22.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and FH22 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The image below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and FH22.
To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH22 to offer you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS33 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-05-14 | 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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 5.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | 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 | 247g (0.54 lbs) | 170g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 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 | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $329 | $200 |