Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FH22

Following is a thorough analysis of the Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic FH22, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was manufactured 14 months after the FH22 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX220 HS matches up vs the FH22 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Panasonic FH22 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS comes with outside measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Panasonic FH22 has specifications of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic FH22 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX220 HS and the FH22.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and FH22 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and FH22.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH22 to give greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more modern SX220 HS is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.