Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH22 and Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the S1 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was unveiled 14 months before the S1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FH22 grades against the S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Pentax Optio S1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH22 has got physical 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 Pentax S1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FH22 and the S1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and S1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH22 and S1.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH22 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.