Panasonic FH22 vs Sony S930

In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH22 vs Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the FH22 (14MP) and S930 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was introduced 13 months later than the S930 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FH22 scores vs the S930 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH22 has outside dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has sizing of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH22 vs Sony S930 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FH22 vs the S930.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and S930 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and S930.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FH22 to produce extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent FH22 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.