Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS5

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH22 versus Panasonic ZS5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was announced 5 months earlier than the ZS5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FH22 matches up vs the ZS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH22 comes with external measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS5 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FH22 and the ZS5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and ZS5 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The visual here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH22 and ZS5.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic FH22 to offer greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively.