Panasonic FH22 vs Sony TX20

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH22 versus Sony TX20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was announced 3 years before the TX20 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FH22 matches up vs the TX20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH22 enjoys physical 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 TX20 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH22 versus Sony TX20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FH22 versus the TX20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and TX20 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH22 and TX20.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony TX20 to provide greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older FH22 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.