Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic LZ20

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic LZ20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was announced 3 years prior to the LZ20 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FH22 matches up against the LZ20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH22 features external measurements 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 LZ20 has measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic LZ20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the FH22 vs the LZ20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and LZ20 is 94 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH22 and LZ20.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic LZ20 to result in more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FH22 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.