Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A6100
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Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A6100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 170g - 100 x 57 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS33
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 396g - 120 x 67 x 59mm
- Released August 2019

Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A6100 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A6100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the FH22 (14MP) and A6100 (24MP) and the FH22 (1/2.3") and A6100 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

The FH22 was revealed 10 years earlier than the A6100 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the FH22 matches up versus the A6100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A6100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Sony Alpha a6100. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Sony A6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Sony A6100
FH22 | A6100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6100 over the Panasonic FH22
A6100 | FH22 | |||
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Released | August 2019 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 117 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic FH22 and Sony A6100
FH22 | A6100 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A6100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH22 has exterior dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony A6100 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A6100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FH22 against the A6100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and A6100 is 94 and 81 respectively.

Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A6100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and A6100.
All in all, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FH22 with its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Sony A6100 will offer greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged FH22 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A6100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH22 vs Sony A6100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Sony Alpha a6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Sony Alpha a6100 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FS33 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2019-08-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 32000 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Flash off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless, hi-speed |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 170g (0.37 lbs) | 396g (0.87 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 120 x 67 x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 420 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $200 | $748 |