Panasonic FH22 vs Sony HX100V

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH22 vs Sony HX100V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was launched 21 months prior to the HX100V which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FH22 matches up vs the HX100V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH22 offers external dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony HX100V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH22 vs Sony HX100V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FH22 and the HX100V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and HX100V is 94 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH22 and HX100V.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony HX100V to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older FH22 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.