Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic FP3

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic FP3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was revealed at a similar time to the FP3 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the FH22 matches up vs the FP3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 provides outer dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic FP3 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic FP3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FH22 versus the FP3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and FP3 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and FP3.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you may want to take the launch date of the products into consideration.