Nikon P330 vs Panasonic FH22
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Nikon P330 vs Panasonic FH22 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Announced March 2013
- Previous Model is Nikon P310
- Replacement is Nikon P340
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS33

Nikon P330 vs Panasonic FH22 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon P330 and Panasonic FH22, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is relatively close but the P330 (1/1.7") and FH22 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

The P330 was brought out 3 years after the FH22 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the P330 grades against the FH22 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon P330 vs Panasonic FH22 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P330 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P330 Gallery and Panasonic FH22 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P330 over the Panasonic FH22
P330 | FH22 | |||
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Announced | March 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 39 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Nikon P330
FH22 | P330 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P330 and Panasonic FH22
P330 | FH22 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon P330 vs Panasonic FH22 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P330 enjoys exterior dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst 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).
Analyze the Nikon P330 and Panasonic FH22 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the P330 versus the FH22.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P330 and FH22 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Nikon P330 vs Panasonic FH22 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The picture below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P330 and FH22.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The P330 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FH22 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent P330 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon P330 vs Panasonic FH22 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P330 vs Panasonic FH22 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P330 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P330 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FS33 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-03-04 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720p (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 200g (0.44 lbs) | 170g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 213 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $500 | $200 |