Fujifilm XF1 vs Panasonic FH22

Here is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm XF1 and Panasonic FH22, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and FH22 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was introduced 2 years later than the FH22 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm XF1 scores versus the FH22 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XF1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery & Panasonic FH22 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XF1 provides external measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH22 has specifications of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XF1 and Panasonic FH22 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 and the FH22.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XF1 and FH22 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XF1 and FH22.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XF1 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic FH22 will provide extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XF1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.