Panasonic FH22 vs Sony NEX-3

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic FH22 vs Sony NEX-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is very similar but the FH22 (1/2.3") and NEX-3 (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.

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The FH22 was revealed 5 months before the NEX-3 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FH22 grades versus the NEX-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 enjoys outer 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) and the Sony NEX-3 has proportions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH22 vs Sony NEX-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FH22 against the NEX-3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and NEX-3 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and NEX-3.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact resolution but different sensor dimensions. The FH22 provides the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field trickier.