Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic FH22

Let's look more closely at the Nikon P7800 and Panasonic FH22, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the P7800 (1/1.7") and FH22 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The P7800 was launched 3 years later than the FH22 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the P7800 scores vs the FH22 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7800 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P7800 Gallery & Panasonic FH22 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7800 enjoys physical measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Panasonic FH22 has measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P7800 and Panasonic FH22 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the P7800 vs the FH22.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the P7800 and FH22 is 82 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P7800 and FH22.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P7800 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic FH22 will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger P7800 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.