Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic GF1

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH22 versus Panasonic GF1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is relatively similar but the FH22 (1/2.3") and GF1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FH22 was manufactured 3 months after the GF1 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FH22 scores vs the GF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH22 features physical dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic GF1 has sizing of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH22 versus Panasonic GF1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FH22 versus the GF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and GF1 is 94 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH22 and GF1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FH22 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic FH22 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively.