Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax K-5 II

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic FH22 versus Pentax K-5 II, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the K-5 II (16MP) is pretty similar but the FH22 (1/2.3") and K-5 II (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The FH22 was launched 4 years prior to the K-5 II which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FH22 grades against the K-5 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Pentax K-5 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Pentax K-5 II Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH22 features physical 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 Pentax K-5 II has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH22 versus Pentax K-5 II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FH22 vs the K-5 II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and K-5 II is 94 and 60 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH22 and K-5 II.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FH22 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Pentax K-5 II will offer more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged FH22 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.