Panasonic FH22 vs Sony H20

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic FH22 versus Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the FH22 (14MP) and H20 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was brought out 8 months later than the H20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FH22 scores versus the H20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 has outside measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony H20 has proportions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH22 versus Sony H20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the FH22 and the H20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and H20 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The photograph below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH22 and H20.

To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH22 to show more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern FH22 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.