Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS1

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic ZS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FH22 (14MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the FH22 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") offer different sensor sizing.

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The FH22 was introduced 8 months later than the ZS1 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FH22 scores versus the ZS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 provides physical measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic ZS1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FH22 and the ZS1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and ZS1 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH22 and ZS1.

As you can see, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FH22 having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FH22 will offer more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent FH22 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.