Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic GH3

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic GH3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the GH3 (16MP) is very well matched but the FH22 (1/2.3") and GH3 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor size.

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The FH22 was announced 3 years earlier than the GH3 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the FH22 matches up against the GH3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Panasonic GH3 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH22 comes with exterior measurements 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 GH3 has specifications of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the FH22 versus the GH3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and GH3 is 94 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specs. The graphic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH22 and GH3.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FH22 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic GH3 will give you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older FH22 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.