Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax Q-S1
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Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 170g - 100 x 57 x 27mm
- Released January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS33
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
- Launched August 2014
Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview
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.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax Q-S1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Pentax Q-S1
FH22 | Q-S1 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Panasonic FH22
Q-S1 | FH22 | |||
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Launched | August 2014 | January 2010 | Newer by 55 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH22 and Pentax Q-S1
FH22 | Q-S1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
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.
Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Pentax Q-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Pentax Q-S1 |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FS33 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2014-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Q Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 170g (0.37 lbs) | 203g (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $200 | $250 |