Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH22
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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH22 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched August 2009
(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
- Introduced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS33

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH22 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon S570 and Panasonic FH22, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S570 was manufactured 5 months earlier than the FH22 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S570 matches up vs the FH22 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH22 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S570 Gallery and Panasonic FH22 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Panasonic FH22
S570 | FH22 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Nikon S570
FH22 | S570 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Panasonic FH22
S570 | FH22 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH22 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S570 enjoys external dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and 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 Nikon S570 and Panasonic FH22 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S570 against the FH22.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S570 and FH22 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH22 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S570 and FH22.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FH22 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively.

Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH22 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S570 vs Panasonic FH22 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FS33 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 lbs) | 170 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $180 | $200 |