Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax K-7

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH22 versus Pentax K-7, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is pretty close but the FH22 (1/2.3") and K-7 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

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The FH22 was manufactured 4 months after the K-7 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FH22 grades versus the K-7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Pentax K-7. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Pentax K-7 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH22 offers exterior 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-7 has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH22 versus Pentax K-7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FH22 compared to the K-7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and K-7 is 94 and 60 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The picture below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH22 and K-7.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FH22 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Pentax K-7 will render more detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively.