Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH22/Panasonic-FH22-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 170g - 100 x 57 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS33
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched March 2011
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Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 Overview
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.
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Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Pentax S1
FH22 | S1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Panasonic FH22
S1 | FH22 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | March 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 14 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FH22 and Pentax S1
FH22 | S1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Panasonic FH22 and Pentax S1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 size comparison Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH22-vs-Pentax-Optio-S1-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and S1 is 94 and 93 respectively.
![Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 top view buttons comparison Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH22-vs-Pentax-Optio-S1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 sensor size comparison Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH22-vs-Pentax-Optio-S1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH22-vs-Pentax-Optio-S1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Pentax Optio S1 |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FS33 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2011-03-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 170g (0.37 pounds) | 157g (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $200 | $174 |