Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic FH22

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic FH22, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VG-110 (12MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-110 was introduced 14 months later than the FH22 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the VG-110 grades versus the FH22 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Panasonic FH22 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-110 features exterior dimensions of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH22 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic FH22 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the VG-110 vs the FH22.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-110 and FH22 is 97 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-110 and FH22.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH22 to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern VG-110 will have an advantage in sensor tech.