Panasonic FP2 vs Sony A7

Here is a complete comparison of the Panasonic FP2 versus Sony A7, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and A7 (24MP) and the FP2 (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) use different sensor size.

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The FP2 was introduced 5 years before the A7 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the FP2 grades against the A7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Sony Alpha A7. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP2 offers outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP2 versus Sony A7 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FP2 compared to the A7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and A7 is 95 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and A7.

All in all, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FP2 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A7 will offer extra detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older FP2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.