Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A560

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A560, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the A560 (14MP) is pretty close but the FH22 (1/2.3") and A560 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH22 was unveiled 7 months before the A560 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FH22 matches up against the A560 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Sony A560 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH22 comes with exterior measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony A560 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FH22 compared to the A560.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and A560 is 94 and 64 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH22 and A560.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The FH22 has got the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field trickier. The more aged FH22 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.