Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS8

Below, we are looking at the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic ZS8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was brought out 18 months earlier than the ZS8 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FH22 scores vs the ZS8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 offers external dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FH22 vs the ZS8.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and ZS8 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH22 and ZS8.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of files however you really should take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH22 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.