Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung PL120

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH22 and Samsung PL120, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was launched 12 months before the PL120 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the FH22 grades versus the PL120 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Samsung PL120. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH22 comes with outside dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung PL120 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH22 and Samsung PL120 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH22 against the PL120.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and PL120 is 94 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The image here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and PL120.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images though you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH22 will be behind in sensor innovation.