Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung EX2F

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is very well matched but the FH22 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The FH22 was revealed 3 years before the EX2F and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the FH22 scores vs the EX2F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH22 provides physical 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) whilst the Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung EX2F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FH22 and the EX2F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and EX2F is 94 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The visual below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and EX2F.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FH22 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic FH22 will give you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older FH22 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.