Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax K-50

Following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax K-50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is very comparable but the FH22 (1/2.3") and K-50 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH22 was unveiled 4 years before the K-50 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the FH22 grades against the K-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Pentax K-50. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH22 enjoys external measurements 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 Pentax K-50 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax K-50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FH22 vs the K-50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and K-50 is 94 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH22 and K-50.

Clearly, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FH22 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Pentax K-50 will provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged FH22 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.