Panasonic FP2 vs Sony A390
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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony A390 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Announced July 2010
- Earlier Model is Sony A380
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Below is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic FP2 and Sony A390, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the A390 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the FP2 (1/2.3") and A390 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FP2 was manufactured 6 months prior to the A390 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the FP2 grades against the A390 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Sony A390 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Sony A390
| FP2 | A390 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony A390 over the Panasonic FP2
| A390 | FP2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Sony A390
| FP2 | A390 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2010 |  | July 2010 | Similar age |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen measurements |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FP2 vs Sony A390 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP2 has got external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony A390 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FP2 and Sony A390 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the FP2 against the A390.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and A390 is 95 and 66 respectively.
Panasonic FP2 vs Sony A390 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and A390.
As you can see, both of the cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The FP2 features the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh trickier.
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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony A390 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2010-07-28 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | - |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 143 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.90 m | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 151 grams (0.33 lbs) | 549 grams (1.21 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 66 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 607 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 230 photos |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $80 | $500 |
