Canon A480 vs Panasonic FP5

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon A480 vs Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the A480 (10MP) and FP5 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A480 was revealed 24 months prior to the FP5 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the A480 scores vs the FP5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A480 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A480 Gallery and Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A480 enjoys outside measurements of 92mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic FP5 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A480 vs Panasonic FP5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the A480 and the FP5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A480 and FP5 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A480 and FP5.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FP5 to render greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older A480 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.