Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic LX7

Here is a complete overview of the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are built by Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the FH22 (14MP) and LX7 (10MP) and the FH22 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") boast different sensor measurements.

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The FH22 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the LX7 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FH22 matches up versus the LX7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 provides 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 LX7 has proportions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic LX7 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH22 versus the LX7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and LX7 is 94 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH22 and LX7.

As you can see, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FH22 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic FH22 will produce greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older FH22 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.