Panasonic FP1 vs Sony W560

Following is a complete review of the Panasonic FP1 and Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the W560 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was unveiled 12 months prior to the W560 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FP1 matches up vs the W560 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Sony W560 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP1 has outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony W560 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP1 and Sony W560 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FP1 vs the W560.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and W560 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and W560.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony W560 to resolve greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FP1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.