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Panasonic FP1 vs Sony QX100

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 front
Portability
92
Imaging
51
Features
44
Overall
48

Panasonic FP1 vs Sony QX100 Key Specs

Panasonic FP1
(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
Sony QX100
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 160 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
  • 179g - 63 x 63 x 56mm
  • Launched September 2013
Photography Glossary

Panasonic FP1 vs Sony QX100 Overview

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic FP1 and Sony QX100, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Lens-style by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and QX100 (20MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and QX100 (1") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP1 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the QX100 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FP1 matches up versus the QX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Sony QX100

 FP1 QX100 
Display dimension2.7""Larger display (+2.7")
Display resolution230k0kClearer display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony QX100 over the Panasonic FP1

 QX100 FP1 
LaunchedSeptember 2013January 2010More modern by 44 months
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Sony QX100

 FP1 QX100 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Panasonic FP1 vs Sony QX100 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP1 enjoys 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 QX100 has dimensions of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP1 and Sony QX100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the FP1 and the QX100.

Panasonic FP1 vs Sony QX100 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and QX100 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic FP1 vs Sony QX100 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FP1 vs Sony QX100 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and QX100.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FP1 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony QX100 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FP1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Panasonic FP1 vs Sony QX100 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FP1 vs Sony QX100 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FP1 vs Sony QX100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic FP1
Portrait photography with Sony QX100
21
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
53
has manual focus
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (1")
offers face detect autofocus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic FP1
Street photography with Sony QX100
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than average in class (151g)
71
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor size is decent (1")
has focus via touch
screen is fixed
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FP1 Sports photography information
Sony QX100 Sports photography information
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (6.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (20MP)
sensor size is decent (1")
bad battery (200 CIPA)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FP1 Travel photography highlights
Sony QX100 Travel photography highlights
50
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than average in class (151g)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
69
has focus via touch
good MP (20 megapixels)
decently wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f1.8)
no Time Lapse function
bad battery (200 shots)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FP1 Landscape photography information
Sony QX100 Landscape photography information
28
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
54
has manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f1.8)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (20MP)
sensor size is decent (1")
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
screen is small ( inches)
lack of manual exposure
does not have RAW format
bad battery (200 shots)
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FP1 as a Vlogging camera
Sony QX100 as a Vlogging camera
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic jack
heavier than average in class (151 grams)
38
decently wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f1.8)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
no mic support
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Panasonic FP1 vs Sony QX100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FP1 and Sony QX100
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100
General Information
Company Panasonic Sony
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100
Type Ultracompact Lens-style
Introduced 2010-01-06 2013-09-05
Physical type Ultracompact Lens-style
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine IV -
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 5472 x 3648
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 160
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 9 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 28-100mm (3.6x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/1.8-4.9
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 2.7
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" -
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 0 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - Depends on connected smartphone
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1600s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 6.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.90 m (Auto ISO) no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro None
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic support
Headphone support
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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 151 gr (0.33 lb) 179 gr (0.39 lb)
Dimensions 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 63 x 63 x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 200 shots
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN,
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2, 10 secs)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $153 $268