Panasonic FP1 vs Sony HX1

Following is a complete comparison of the Panasonic FP1 versus Sony HX1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The FP1 was released 9 months after the HX1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FP1 matches up against the HX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP1 offers 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) and the Sony HX1 has measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FP1 versus Sony HX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the FP1 against the HX1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and HX1 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The image here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and HX1.

As you have seen, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP1 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FP1 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher FP1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.