Panasonic FP1 vs Sony T90

The following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic FP1 and Sony T90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the T90 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was manufactured 11 months after the T90 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FP1 matches up vs the T90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Sony T90 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP1 provides outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony T90 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FP1 compared to the T90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and T90 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP1 and T90.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you have to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern FP1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.