Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A330

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A330, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the FH22 (14MP) and A330 (10MP) and the FH22 (1/2.3") and A330 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The FH22 was announced 8 months later than the A330 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FH22 scores against the A330 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH22 has outer measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony A330 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A330 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FH22 versus the A330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and A330 is 94 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FH22 and A330.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FH22 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic FH22 will show extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern FH22 provides an edge in sensor tech.