Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax Q-S1

The following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic FH22 versus Pentax Q-S1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the FH22 (1/2.3") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FH22 was introduced 5 years before the Q-S1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FH22 grades vs the Q-S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Pentax Q-S1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH22 features outside dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Pentax Q-S1 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH22 versus Pentax Q-S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH22 compared to the Q-S1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and Q-S1 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH22 and Q-S1.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FH22 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic FH22 will show extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged FH22 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.