Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung SL202
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Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung SL202 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 170g - 100 x 57 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS33
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally Known as PL50

Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung SL202 Overview
Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic FH22 versus Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the FH22 (14MP) and SL202 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The FH22 was introduced 11 months later than the SL202 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FH22 matches up vs the SL202 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Samsung SL202. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Samsung SL202
FH22 | SL202 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 11 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Panasonic FH22
SL202 | FH22 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FH22 and Samsung SL202
FH22 | SL202 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH22 has got external measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL202 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FH22 versus Samsung SL202 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the FH22 versus the SL202.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and SL202 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH22 and SL202.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic FH22 to offer extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer FH22 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung SL202 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Samsung SL202 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FS33 | PL50 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 170g (0.37 pounds) | 168g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $200 | $140 |