Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung NX3000

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FH22 versus Samsung NX3000, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the FH22 (14MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the FH22 (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH22 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the NX3000 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FH22 matches up against the NX3000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Samsung NX3000. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 enjoys outside measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung NX3000 has proportions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH22 versus Samsung NX3000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the FH22 against the NX3000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and NX3000 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH22 and NX3000.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FH22 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX3000 will deliver extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged FH22 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.