Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS3
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Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 170g - 100 x 57 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS33
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched May 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ7
Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the FH22 (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe FH22 was revealed 8 months later than the ZS3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the FH22 matches up against the ZS3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Panasonic ZS3
FH22 | ZS3 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | May 2009 | Fresher by 8 months | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Panasonic FH22
ZS3 | FH22 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic ZS3
FH22 | ZS3 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH22 provides external dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FH22 vs the ZS3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and ZS3 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The visual below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH22 and ZS3.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH22 to offer more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent FH22 will have an edge in sensor technology.
Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FS33 | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 170 gr (0.37 pounds) | 229 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $200 | $200 |