Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic FZ100

The following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FH22 versus Panasonic FZ100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was introduced 6 months earlier than the FZ100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the FH22 grades against the FZ100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH22 has exterior measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ100 has sizing of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FH22 compared to the FZ100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and FZ100 is 94 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The pic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH22 and FZ100.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.