Panasonic FP1 vs Sony H70

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP1 and Sony H70, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and H70 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was brought out 12 months prior to the H70 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony H70 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FP1 grades vs the H70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP1 has outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony H70 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FP1 compared to the H70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and H70 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The image here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and H70.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony H70 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.