Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W510
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Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 170g - 100 x 57 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS33
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011

Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W510 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W510, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the W510 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The FH22 was introduced 12 months prior to the W510 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FH22 grades vs the W510 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W510 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Sony W510
FH22 | W510 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Panasonic FH22
W510 | FH22 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FH22 and Sony W510
FH22 | W510 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 offers physical measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony W510 has proportions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W510 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FH22 versus the W510.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and W510 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH22 and W510.
Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FH22 to produce greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FH22 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W510 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FS33 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 2.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 170g (0.37 lbs) | 119g (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $200 | $99 |