Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FH22
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Canon SX400 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
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Announced July 2014
(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
- Announced January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS33

Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FH22, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX400 IS was manufactured 4 years later than the FH22 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX400 IS scores against the FH22 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH22 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Panasonic FH22
SX400 IS | FH22 | |||
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Announced | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 56 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Canon SX400 IS
FH22 | SX400 IS | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Panasonic FH22
SX400 IS | FH22 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX400 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Panasonic FH22 has specifications of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SX400 IS versus the FH22.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and FH22 is 81 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and FH22.
As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX400 IS to provide greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher SX400 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FH22 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FS33 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-07-29 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 5.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | 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 (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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 313g (0.69 lbs) | 170g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $229 | $200 |