Panasonic FP2 vs Sony H55

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FP2 and Sony H55, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the H55 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was announced 5 months prior to the H55 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony H55 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the FP2 scores vs the H55 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 features outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony H55 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP2 and Sony H55 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the FP2 vs the H55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and H55 is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and H55.

Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account.