Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W530

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic FP1 versus Sony W530, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was unveiled 12 months prior to the W530 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FP1 matches up against the W530 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP1 has got external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony W530 has specifications of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

See the Panasonic FP1 versus Sony W530 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FP1 compared to the W530.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and W530 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and W530.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W530 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older FP1 will be behind in sensor innovation.