Panasonic FH22 vs Sony WX80

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic FH22 versus Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was released 4 years before the WX80 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FH22 scores vs the WX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH22 comes with external 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) and the Sony WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH22 versus Sony WX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the FH22 vs the WX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and WX80 is 94 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The pic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH22 and WX80.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX80 to give more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged FH22 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.