Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS10

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic ZS10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was unveiled 12 months before the ZS10 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FH22 scores against the ZS10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 features outer measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic ZS10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the FH22 against the ZS10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and ZS10 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH22 and ZS10.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of images although you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older FH22 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.