Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W380
Portability
95 Imaging
35 Features
13 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
13 Overall
26
Portability
96 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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96 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
32
Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W380 Key Specs
Panasonic FP1
(Full Review)
(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
- Introduced January 2010
Sony W380
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
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Below is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic FP1 versus Sony W380, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the W380 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the FP1 grades vs the W380 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Sony W380
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Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Panasonic FP1
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Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Sony W380
| FP1 | W380 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2010 |  | January 2010 | Same generation |
| Manually focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP1 enjoys physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony W380 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FP1 vs the W380.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and W380 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and W380.
To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony W380 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively.
Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W380 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Glossary Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Panasonic FP1 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W380 as a Portrait photography camera
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
decent MP (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sony W380 Street photography information
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
heavier than competition in class (151 grams)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Panasonic FP1 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W380 as a Sports photography camera
built in image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Panasonic FP1 Travel photography information
Sony W380 Travel photography information
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (151 grams)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (24mm)
no Time Lapse mode
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.4)
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Landscape photography with Panasonic FP1
Landscape photography with Sony W380
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
reasonably wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.4)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging with Panasonic FP1
Vlogging with Sony W380
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic jack
heavier than competition in class (151g)
reasonably wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.4)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic port
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Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W380 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Venus Engine IV | Bionz |
| 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) | 4.80 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 151g (0.33 pounds) | 117g (0.26 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
| 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 model | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $153 | $44 |
