Panasonic FP1 vs Sony HX400V

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic FP1 versus Sony HX400V, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FP1 was brought out 5 years prior to the HX400V which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FP1 matches up vs the HX400V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP1 has physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FP1 versus Sony HX400V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FP1 compared to the HX400V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and HX400V is 95 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and HX400V.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX400V to render more detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged FP1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.