Panasonic FP2 vs Sony NEX-5
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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony NEX-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 287g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Released June 2010
- Updated by Sony NEX-5N
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Here is a extended analysis of the Panasonic FP2 and Sony NEX-5, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the NEX-5 (14MP) is very close but the FP2 (1/2.3") and NEX-5 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FP2 was brought out 5 months prior to the NEX-5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the FP2 scores versus the NEX-5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Sony NEX-5
| FP2 | NEX-5 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5 over the Panasonic FP2
| NEX-5 | FP2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Sony NEX-5
| FP2 | NEX-5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2010 |  | June 2010 | Same age |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FP2 vs Sony NEX-5 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 offers exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5 has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FP2 compared to the NEX-5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and NEX-5 is 95 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic FP2 vs Sony NEX-5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and NEX-5.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The FP2 has the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field tougher.
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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony NEX-5 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Sony Alpha NEX-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Sony Alpha NEX-5 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2010-06-07 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Venus Engine IV | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 200 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | - |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
| Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.90 m | 12.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 151 gr (0.33 pounds) | 287 gr (0.63 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 69 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.2 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.2 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 796 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 330 photographs |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at launch | $80 | $599 |
