Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic SZ8

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FH22 versus Panasonic SZ8, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was manufactured 5 years prior to the SZ8 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the FH22 scores against the SZ8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH22 provides outside dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ8 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH22 versus Panasonic SZ8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FH22 versus the SZ8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and SZ8 is 94 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The visual below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and SZ8.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ8 to give more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The older FH22 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.