Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic GM5

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic GM5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is relatively close but the FH22 (1/2.3") and GM5 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The FH22 was revealed 5 years earlier than the GM5 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FH22 grades against the GM5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH22 features outer dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic GM5 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic GM5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FH22 against the GM5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and GM5 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and GM5.

To sum up, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FH22 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GM5 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged FH22 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.