Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung NX100

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung NX100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the FH22 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The FH22 was introduced 8 months prior to the NX100 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the FH22 grades against the NX100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH22 has exterior measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung NX100 has measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung NX100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FH22 compared to the NX100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and NX100 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH22 and NX100.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FH22 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX100 will produce extra detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged FH22 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.