Panasonic FP2 vs Sony HX20V

Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic FP2 versus Sony HX20V, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was launched 3 years earlier than the HX20V and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FP2 grades against the HX20V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP2 features physical 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) while the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP2 versus Sony HX20V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the FP2 vs the HX20V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and HX20V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP2 and HX20V.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony HX20V to show more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older FP2 will be behind in sensor technology.