Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP1/Panasonic-FP1-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX20/Sony-TX20-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Introduced February 2012
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Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic FP1 versus Sony TX20, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and TX20 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The FP1 was released 3 years before the TX20 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FP1 matches up against the TX20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Sony TX20
FP1 | TX20 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Panasonic FP1
TX20 | FP1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 26 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Sony TX20
FP1 | TX20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP1 has got outer measurements 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 TX20 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FP1 versus Sony TX20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FP1 and the TX20.
![Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 size comparison Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP1-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX20-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and TX20 is 95 and 96 respectively.
![Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 top view buttons comparison Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP1-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP1 and TX20.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony TX20 to show more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged FP1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 sensor size comparison Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP1-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP1-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic FP1 vs Sony TX20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 pounds) | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 250 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $153 | $330 |