Panasonic FH22 vs Sony H50
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Panasonic FH22 vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 170g - 100 x 57 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS33
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Launched January 2009
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In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH22 and Sony H50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the FH22 (14MP) and H50 (9MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FH22 was announced 12 months after the H50 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FH22 grades versus the H50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Sony H50
| FH22 | H50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2010 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Panasonic FH22
| H50 | FH22 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FH22 and Sony H50
| FH22 | H50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic FH22 vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH22 enjoys exterior dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony H50 has specifications of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FH22 and Sony H50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FH22 vs the H50.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and H50 is 94 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic FH22 vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The pic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and H50.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH22 to give you more detail with its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern FH22 should have an edge in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FH22 vs Sony H50 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
| Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FS33 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2009-01-15 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.7-4.5 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.80 m | 9.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 170g (0.37 lb) | 547g (1.21 lb) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $200 | $80 |