Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung CL80

In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung CL80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was announced within a month of the CL80 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the FH22 grades against the CL80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Samsung CL80. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Samsung CL80 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH22 has got outer dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung CL80 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the FH22 vs the CL80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and CL80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The graphic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH22 and CL80.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files but you should always factor the age of the products into consideration.