Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS50

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH22 versus Panasonic ZS50, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was announced 6 years earlier than the ZS50 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FH22 grades against the ZS50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH22 features 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) and the Panasonic ZS50 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH22 versus Panasonic ZS50 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FH22 compared to the ZS50.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and ZS50 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and ZS50.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic FH22 to give you more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged FH22 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.