Panasonic FP1 vs Sony A37

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP1 vs Sony A37, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and A37 (16MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The FP1 was unveiled 3 years before the A37 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FP1 grades against the A37 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Sony SLT-A37. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Sony A37 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. 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 A37 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FP1 and the A37.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and A37 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and A37.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FP1 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A37 will offer you extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FP1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.