Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung ST65

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH22 and Samsung ST65, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was revealed 12 months earlier than the ST65 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the FH22 grades versus the ST65 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Samsung ST65. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH22 offers 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 ST65 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH22 and Samsung ST65 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FH22 compared to the ST65.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and ST65 is 94 and 99 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and ST65.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images although you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH22 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.