Panasonic FP1 vs Sony WX1

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic FP1 and Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is fairly close but the FP1 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The FP1 was manufactured 6 months later than the WX1 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FP1 grades versus the WX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP1 enjoys physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP1 and Sony WX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FP1 against the WX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and WX1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The graphic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and WX1.

All in all, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FP1 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic FP1 will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively.