Olympus VG-120 vs Panasonic FH22

Here is a extensive comparison of the Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic FH22, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VG-120 (14MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-120 was introduced 13 months later than the FH22 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the VG-120 grades against the FH22 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VG-120 Gallery and Panasonic FH22 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus VG-120 provides external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while 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 Olympus VG-120 and Panasonic FH22 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the VG-120 and the FH22.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VG-120 and FH22 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-120 and FH22.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images but you will want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer VG-120 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.