Panasonic FH22 vs Sony H70

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH22 versus Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the H70 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was brought out 12 months earlier than the H70 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FH22 grades against the H70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH22 has got 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) and the Sony H70 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH22 versus Sony H70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the FH22 vs the H70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and H70 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The image below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH22 and H70.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony H70 to deliver more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FH22 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.