Panasonic FP1 vs Sony HX80

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FP1 versus Sony HX80, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and HX80 (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was announced 7 years earlier than the HX80 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the FP1 scores against the HX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP1 offers external dimensions 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 HX80 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP1 versus Sony HX80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FP1 against the HX80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and HX80 is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and HX80.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX80 to deliver greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged FP1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.