Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W220
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Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009

Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W220 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP1 versus Sony W220, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FP1 was manufactured 13 months later than the W220 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W220 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the FP1 scores against the W220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W220 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Sony W220
FP1 | W220 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Panasonic FP1
W220 | FP1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Sony W220
FP1 | W220 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP1 features outside 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 W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FP1 versus Sony W220 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FP1 against the W220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and W220 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and W220.
As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images however you should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer FP1 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

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Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151g (0.33 pounds) | 147g (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $153 | $160 |