Panasonic FP2 vs Sony HX400V

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic FP2 and Sony HX400V, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was introduced 5 years before the HX400V and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the FP2 matches up against the HX400V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 enjoys external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has proportions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP2 and Sony HX400V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FP2 compared to the HX400V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and HX400V is 95 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP2 and HX400V.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX400V to provide you with extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older FP2 will be behind in sensor technology.