Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic GX7

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FH22 versus Panasonic GX7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the GX7 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the FH22 (1/2.3") and GX7 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FH22 was brought out 4 years earlier than the GX7 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FH22 grades versus the GX7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH22 provides outside measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX7 has measurements of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH22 versus Panasonic GX7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH22 and the GX7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and GX7 is 94 and 81 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FH22 and GX7.

As you can see, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FH22 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic GX7 will give you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FH22 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.