Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FH7

Below, we are matching up the Canon SX220 HS versus Panasonic FH7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and FH7 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was brought out 7 months prior to the FH7 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX220 HS matches up vs the FH7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS has outer measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Panasonic FH7 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Canon SX220 HS versus Panasonic FH7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS vs the FH7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and FH7 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and FH7.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH7 to produce extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The older SX220 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.