Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W730
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Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W730 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
- Introduced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS33
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
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Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FH22 and Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the W730 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FH22 was launched 4 years earlier than the W730 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FH22 grades versus the W730 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W730 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Sony W730
| FH22 | W730 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Panasonic FH22
| W730 | FH22 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 36 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FH22 and Sony W730
| FH22 | W730 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH22 enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony W730 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FH22 and Sony W730 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FH22 vs the W730.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and W730 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH22 and W730.
To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony W730 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged FH22 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FH22 vs Sony W730 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
| Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FS33 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2013-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 2 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.80 m | 2.80 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 170 gr (0.37 pounds) | 122 gr (0.27 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| 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 life | - | 240 images |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $200 | $138 |