Panasonic FH22 vs Sony RX100 V

Here is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FH22 versus Sony RX100 V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the FH22 (14MP) and RX100 V (20MP) and the FH22 (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") come with different sensor sizing.

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The FH22 was launched 7 years before the RX100 V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FH22 scores versus the RX100 V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH22 features external measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony RX100 V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH22 versus Sony RX100 V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FH22 vs the RX100 V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and RX100 V is 94 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH22 and RX100 V.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FH22 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony RX100 V will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older FH22 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.