Panasonic FP1 vs Sony NEX-5R
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Panasonic FP1 vs Sony NEX-5R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Launched August 2012
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-5N
- Renewed by Sony NEX-5T
Panasonic FP1 vs Sony NEX-5R Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FP1 and Sony NEX-5R, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and NEX-5R (16MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and NEX-5R (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FP1 was brought out 3 years prior to the NEX-5R and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FP1 matches up against the NEX-5R in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FP1 vs Sony NEX-5R Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Sony NEX-5R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Sony NEX-5R
FP1 | NEX-5R |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5R over the Panasonic FP1
NEX-5R | FP1 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | January 2010 | Fresher by 32 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Sony NEX-5R
FP1 | NEX-5R | |||
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Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FP1 vs Sony NEX-5R Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FP1 has got exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5R has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FP1 and Sony NEX-5R in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FP1 against the NEX-5R.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and NEX-5R is 95 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic FP1 vs Sony NEX-5R Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and NEX-5R.
Clearly, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FP1 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony NEX-5R will give you more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older FP1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FP1 vs Sony NEX-5R Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Sony Alpha NEX-5R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Sony Alpha NEX-5R |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | Tilt Up 180� Down 50� TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 gr (0.33 lbs) | 276 gr (0.61 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 910 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $153 | $750 |