Panasonic FP1 vs Sony A35

Following is a complete analysis of the Panasonic FP1 and Sony A35, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and A35 (16MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and A35 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The FP1 was announced 20 months earlier than the A35 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the FP1 grades against the A35 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Sony SLT-A35. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Sony A35 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FP1 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony A35 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP1 and Sony A35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FP1 compared to the A35.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and A35 is 95 and 69 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The pic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FP1 and A35.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP1 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A35 will deliver extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged FP1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.