Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic SZ5

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was introduced 3 years before the SZ5 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FH22 scores against the SZ5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH22 offers physical 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) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FH22 versus the SZ5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and SZ5 is 94 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH22 and SZ5.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH22 will be behind in sensor tech.