Panasonic FH22 vs Sony H55

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH22 and Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the H55 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was brought out 5 months prior to the H55 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FH22 matches up vs the H55 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Sony H55 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH22 features outside dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony H55 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the FH22 and the H55.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and H55 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH22 and H55.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of images however you will want to take the launch date of the products into consideration.