Panasonic FH22 vs Sony HX90V

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic FH22 versus Sony HX90V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the FH22 (14MP) and HX90V (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was released 6 years prior to the HX90V and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the FH22 scores versus the HX90V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH22 features exterior 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 HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH22 versus Sony HX90V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FH22 vs the HX90V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and HX90V is 94 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH22 and HX90V.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony HX90V to give greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older FH22 is going to be behind in sensor technology.