Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic FS7

The following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FH22 versus Panasonic FS7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the FH22 (14MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the FH22 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FH22 was brought out 12 months after the FS7 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FH22 matches up versus the FS7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 enjoys exterior dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH22 versus Panasonic FS7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FH22 compared to the FS7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and FS7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and FS7.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FH22 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic FH22 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer FH22 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.